Water Birth

Being in warm water is one of the most beneficial things that can be offered to a woman in labor. The water provides a calming influence and a peaceful relaxed atmosphere. The following are some of the known benefits of being submerged in water during labor:

    ∗ Enables the laboring woman to move freely
    ∗ Reduces blood pressure
    ∗ Provides significant pain relief
    ∗ Promotes relaxation
    ∗ Speeds up labor
    ∗ Conserves a laboring woman’s energy
    ∗ Gives the woman a private protected space
    ∗ Reduces perineal trauma
    ∗ Reduces cesarean section rates
    ∗ Is highly rated by mothers
    ∗ Is highly rated by experienced providers
    ∗ Encourages a gentler welcome for baby