What are the benefits of water birth?

Expert answer:

The main benefits of childbirth in water are:

  • Reduce labor pains and
  • Empowering relaxation.

Water delivery is a great alternative to reduce labor pain, increase relaxation in the final stage of labor and greater harmony between the mother and the baby right after birth.

Childbirth in water performed with due professional assistance:

  • Reduces risks associated with cesarean surgery;
  • Reduces the use of analgesia
  • In addition to reducing the chances of lacerations.

As for the baby, childbirth in water instant bonding between mother and child, allowing a heating due and a warmth necessary for the first minutes of life.

Talk with the various professionals (doctor, nurse, doula) during prenatal care so that together they can make the best choice that suits you.