Water birth ?

[Yudit9]

What are your thoughts on having a water birth ???

[jasmine5725]

I heard so many great things about water birth they have videos on this other app I have for pregnancy called pregnancy with babycenter and omg they have videos of basically all types of birth and they have one on water birth ! I recommend u download it and watch but u have to scroll throw the calender to find it.

[Yudit9]

Thanks ladies ! The hospital I'm delivering at does offer water births so I will most definitely look more into it I think it would be a great experience :)

[bump_2_be]

My apologies, no only certain places here allow it.

[RileyAlexander]

I was considering water birth too but I need to talk to dr.

[bump_2_be]

I would love to. But it's not legal where I am unfortunately.

[knufrio]

I know the ductus doesn't close until after the first breath, its just if baby takes that breath in the water that's dangerous. During a vaginal delivery all liquid is expelled out from babies lungs while they are passing through the birth canal. That's why sectioned babies tend to need a little more suctioning. Although it may be small, there is still some risk involved.

[mandyleighb89]

I love watching them. If I could have one I totally would.

[GeekMom1213]

I tried with my first but was having serious temperature fluctuations so I was freezing even in the nice warm tub and just wanted to get out and get dry and under a blanket - but I got my natural birth which was the most important part and still totally amazing. I plan to try again next time though.
The ductus doesn't close until baby takes its first breath of air... drowning/aspiration don't happen. It's very safe and very peaceful and a huge help with pain control and a mother's ownership of her birthing experience.

[babyacorn]

Done it! And highly recommend it :) I loved the weightlessness of floating in between contractions. Plus you can get into the most comfortable position for delivery. Good luck momma!

[mommiKat]

I think it would be an amazing idea! I've watched water births online & it is really is neat. But, I'm gonna stick with the hospital bed & epidural lol

[ahensley2]

I know the hospital where I'll be delivering at doesn't have water births ill be only allowed in the tub until it's time to push then I have to get out. They don't have the round tubs so thats why id have to get out.

[knufrio]

The only risk is if you aren't quick enough to get baby out of the water. If you deliver and baby happens to take a breath they could aspirate.

[Kolina24]

I am having a home water birth.  The baby is in water already so its not like they will drown. I really have never heard any risks about water births...I think its less stressful for the baby and it also helps not to tear.

[Yudit9]

It sure is.. I'm just not aware of what risks come along with it if there are any :/

[SOLrawr]

It's an amazing idea. But remember you have to do it naturally

[Yudit9]

Yes same here ! I heard baby is born into a calmer environment but idk I will have to discuss it more in depth with my OB lol

[SamIzzyAlex]

I would love too! My boyfriend is so against it though, just because hes scared something might go wrong.