Have you ever heard of water birth? Do you think choosing this birth method is the right choice? Join us as we share information about the pros and cons of water birth, what to wear, and pain relief options before and after.

What is a water birth?

The process of natural birth in water using a deep bathtub or birthing pool is called water birth.. Many studies have shown that water birth is not only not harmful and painful, but also helps to relieve labor pain.

Also, the mother has more peace and comfort during childbirth than in environments without water.... Water can help a person support her weight, facilitate movement, and feel more in control during childbirth.

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Who can experience water birth?

If you have had a low-risk pregnancy and your midwife or obstetrician believes it is safe for you and your baby to do so, a water birth may be a good option for you.

But in general, it is better to talk to a doctor or midwife about this issue in detail before the last days of pregnancy and consider all aspects, and after making a decision, start planning.

Who should not give birth in water?

• The position of the breech fetus (the head of the fetus is facing up in the mother's abdomen).
• The mother is pregnant with twins or triplets (or more).
• premature fetus... It means that you were born less than 37 weeks.
• The fetus has expelled meconium before or during delivery.
• The mother has active or vacuum herpes.
• The mother suffers from pre-eclampsia during pregnancy.
• The mother has an infection.
• The mother should have fever and high body temperature during childbirth and the last days of pregnancy.
• The mother is bleeding.
• More than 24 hours have passed since the rupture of the mother's amniotic sac.
• The mother has already had cesarean section in her previous delivery.
• The mother is exposed to the risks of childbirth problems.

If you have any of the risk factors listed above, the mother will probably be advised not to give birth in water... because it may be an emergency and her or her baby's health is at risk.

For example, if a mother has an infection, she may be at risk of passing that infection to her baby in the water.. If the mother is at risk of bleeding, being in a pool can be dangerous because it is difficult to measure the amount of blood lost in the water...

What are the advantages of water birth?

• Warm water can help relax, reduce pain and relax a woman.
• Comfort and support in the water means you can try different water birth positions and move more freely.
• When standing in the water, gravity helps move the baby down towards the birth canal.
• Being in the water can lower the blood pressure of the woman and eliminate the feeling of anxiety to a great extent... It also enables the woman's body to secrete endorphin, which plays a very effective role in reducing pain.
• Water can help improve back pain and the feeling of pressure during childbirth.... If the legs are opened enough during childbirth in the water, this effect will be doubled.
• Labor and delivery in a swimming pool or birthing bath can be a "cozy" experience and make the woman feel more secure.
• When the baby's head comes out of the birth canal, water can help stretch the perineum and reduce the risk of injury.

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Is there any harm in giving birth in water?

• One of the drawbacks of the birthing pool is that the use of sedatives is not allowed.. Volunteers to give birth in the water should not use opioids at least 6 hours before entering the pool.
• The mother's contractions in the water may slow or weaken, especially if she goes into the pool too soon.
• If the pool water is too cold at birth, the baby is at risk of hypothermia... But the doctor often checks the temperature of the water regularly... If your child's body temperature is low, skin-to-skin contact and warm towels will help.
• If there are complications, it may be necessary for the mother to leave the pool and finish the birthing process on the bed.

Can the baby drown or suffocate during delivery?

Many women are surprised and ask if there is a risk of drowning the baby if they give birth in the water or not... we have to say yes!.. but the probability of it happening is very, very low.

Babies do not need to breathe when they are in the womb....because they get oxygen from the blood that comes from the mother through the placenta....When they are born in water, their bodies act as if they are still in the womb until they take their first breath....this is when their lungs open....This means that when the baby enters normal water through the placenta, no lungs can enter the water...

After the baby is born in the water, the mother and the doctor gently bring the baby to the surface of the water.... The baby will only stay under the water for a short time and will not breathe until it comes out of the water.... So don't worry about this.... Your baby can only be exposed to the following risks:

• If they bring their heads above the water and go down and under the water again.
• If their oxygen is affected by placenta area.
• If their body temperature changes suddenly.

But it should be noted that your doctor will be very careful that such things do not happen.

Where can I give birth in water?

• At home, inside a rented pool, of course with the presence of a doctor
• In equipped maternity centers
• Hospitals equipped with water delivery system
• Private offices

What should I wear for a water birth?

You can wear whatever you feel comfortable in..remember you will be in a big bathroom..so many women prefer to wear a bikini or swimsuit.

Some people just choose a bra.... If you want to be a little more dressed up, you can also wear a t-shirt or vest....that way, if your delivery time is too long, you can roll up the bottom of your dress and tuck it into the collar..

Some women prefer to be completely naked... in fact anything that feels comfortable wearing a top is fine... but it's best to bare your bottom half completely so the doctor can see what happens when it gets closer to giving birth.. However, if you want to keep your pants up until that point, that's fine.

How is pain relief during childbirth in water?

It is sometimes called nature's epidural or aquadural water because of the support and pressure reduction...but if you need more and more relief, you can also use oxygen gas and air in the birthing bath...Entonox tubing is waterproof so it can be used in the pool.

Can the umbilical cord clip be used in case of water birth?

Delayed cord clamping or cord closure (DCC) has become very common....Most birthing centers and birthing units, hospital labor units and home birth teams try to perform DDC for every birth....This is done because it prevents the cord from cutting until the blood from the placenta constricts into the baby's body, stopping blood flow from the placenta to the baby's cells. be.. the body.... hence it ultimately helps their growth and the immune system.

Although many centers perform DCC naturally, if you choose to have a water birth, you should talk to the birth team in advance....if the newborn is breathing or your bleeding is more than normal, the doctor may recommend cutting the umbilical cord earlier than usual....the safety of the mother and her baby during and after the water birth is always the team's priority.

How to deliver the placenta during water birth?

Your doctor will probably want you to get out of the pool to deliver the placenta... because Earth's gravity can be very helpful in the third stage of labor.. It also helps you to get out of the water in case of emergency. Because some mothers may feel weak after giving birth or in the third stage of labor.

If you suddenly feel light-headed, it will be difficult to get out of the pool quickly and safely... Most hospitals, birthing centers have their own routines on how to deliver the placenta, and most of them may take it from you on the bed, toilet, etc. for the mother's safety, so it is best to ask your doctor about this procedure.

Is it possible to help the placenta come out quickly by injecting pressure medication?

To speed up the delivery of the placenta in the pool, you can inject the hormone oxytocin or pressure.... To do this, the mother's thigh must be slightly out of the water for the injection to take place..

When might I need to get out of the pool?

• If the midwife sees meconium... (when the baby is not yet born and poops)
• If the mother starts bleeding heavily from the vagina.
• The birth of the mother becomes abnormal, for example, there is a change in temperature or blood pressure.
• If the baby's heartbeat changes.
• You have to go to the toilet.
• If your labor is slow or your abdominal contractions are weak.
• To deliver the pair

Can I change my mind about water birth?

Even if your birthing plan is like this, if you decide you don't want to get into the birthing pool, you don't have to...in fact, if you end up in the birthing pool and don't like it, you can get back out.

Don't worry about changing your mind... As long as you and your baby are healthy, the doctor will support you and your decisions.

Dear ones, to find out about water birth, it is better to see a doctorobstetrician... It is possible to book a doctor's appointment online through the GCORP LLC website.... The contact number and address of the office can also be accessed through GCORP LLC.

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