Freebirth, the only option for women who do not fit into common practice– A Swedish national interview study

•Previous negative experiences of hospital care as a reason for freebirth.•Receiving support for the decision of freebirth was crucial.•Longing for individual midwife-assisted home-birthing support.•Women had powerful and positive experiences of freebirth.•Easily available and respectful midwifery support should be offered to all women.