Birthing By Heart

Water, is a substance that has been used for healing and pain relief since the beginning of Man.

Labouring in water, or birthing in water has many advantages:

Water imparts elasticity to the tissues of the perenium which reduces tearing

Water relaxes the muscles, reducing pain perception

Water lowers blood pressure.

The mother is free to move in the pool, to any position she is comfortable in

Birth pools can be used both at home or at hospital.

Reduce the risk of intervention

A  good article on preparing for a waterbirth is available below:

http://www.bellybelly.com.au/articles/birth/preparing-for-a-waterbirth

If you’re interested in more information on birthing pools, and water birth: Try here