Water Birth Solution
Can I Have a Water Birth in a Hospital?
Introduction
It’s no secret that water births are becoming more popular. In fact, according to Baby Center, research shows that “giving birth in water is the safest for both mother and baby.” But not every hospital allows women to have a water birth — and even then, some hospitals offer only limited options. Here’s what you need to know:
It’s not just a hippie thing anymore.
It’s not just a hippie thing anymore. Water birth is becoming more mainstream, and it’s not just for hippies. In fact, water birth is now common enough that some hospitals will even offer it as an option.
“Water births are becoming more mainstream.”
While water births are still considered “alternative” by many, they’re becoming more mainstream. There’s been a shift from viewing water births as experimental and risky to viewing them as safe and natural.
- Water births are becoming more popular. More hospitals are offering this option for their birthing patients, which means that it may be easier for you to find one near you if you’re looking for one in person.
- Water births are becoming common in some parts of the world—for example, more than 90% of women give birth in bathtubs in The Netherlands! But the United States has a long way to go before we catch up—only 0-2% of American babies are born underwater (although this number may be growing).
“The benefits of water birth are pretty well-documented, but they vary from hospital to hospital.”
Water birth may be a trend, but it’s one that’s here to stay.
Water birth is becoming more mainstream. The benefits of water birth are pretty well-documented, but they vary from hospital to hospital. A few hospitals are embracing this trend and offering water births as an option for their patients. If you want to have your baby in the water, you can ask your doctor or midwife if they offer this service at your hospital.
“You have to choose your labor and delivery place wisely.”
You have to choose your labor and delivery place wisely. Choose a place that has a good reputation, track record, staff and safety rating. The hospital where I delivered my baby had a very good track record of taking care of babies in their NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit). The hospital was also well known for their excellent staff who were always willing to help me with anything I needed at any time during my stay there.
“There are several options.”
- Hospital birth
- Home birth
- Birth center birth
- Hospital birth with water
“Birthing centers are another option.”
A birthing center is a hospital setting where you’ll have the same medical care as you would at an inpatient facility, but it also offers more flexibility and privacy. You can choose to have your baby in a private room or in a semi-private room with other women who are having babies. The rooms are set up like home, and you’re likely to see other women lying on mattresses on the floor or on beds that resemble couches.
The benefits of this kind of birth include:
- A lower rate of C-section birth (about 20% less) if compared with hospitals
- Fewer infections for both mother and baby due to less cross-contamination between patients; when people aren’t being shuffled around so much, there’s less chance that pathogens will spread from one person to another—and then onward into yourself!
Conclusion
There are many different types of birthing centers, and they aren’t all created equal. Some hospitals have their own birthing centers, while others partner with local organizations or businesses to offer this service. It’s important to do your research and talk with your doctor about their experience with these centers before deciding where you want to birth your child.