In order to really prepare to be defensive, you have to be aware of not only what the main-stream medical providers (and therefore general society) thinks of you, but also what is happening in your own region, as political persecution, investigations and/ or lawsuits happen at a city, region, or state level. Please review this article:

Missy Cheney Interview

And then, Please review this study and focus in on your own state, and post below reporting on your state from this study plus any relevant current issues you are aware of (midwives arrests, CNM/CPM usage, reports of dehumanizing in hospital, VBAC bans, etc).

State-by-State Assessment