More women are choosing to give birth to their babies in water. Waterbirth is not a new idea in childbirth. Women have been using water to ease discomfort and increase relaxation during labor and birth since early civilization. Barbara Harper, (2005) in Gentle Birth Choices, talks about the first recorded modern waterbirth that took place [...]
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08.10.11 About Waterbirth
Being in water during labor and birth can be wonderfully soothing and can help you relax. Many studies have shown the known benefits of water therapy during labor and waterbirth. These benefits include: