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Water birthing: 6 myths you need to know before choosing it

When I first heard about water births, I felt both curious and nervous. The idea of bringing a new life into a warm, soothing pool of water seemed magical. However, I soon found many myths that raised ...
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Can water birth reduce stress and pain during labor? Gynaecologist reveals the truth

Giving birth is a life-changing experience for a woman. However, it often comes with feelings of anxiety, stress, and physical discomfort. In recent years, water birth has become a popular and ...
The Times of Northwest Indiana

Water birthing process employed at St. Mary

HOBART -- Erin Taylor glowed Thursday as she described the birth of her second child. Taylor was excited not only about the birth of her daughter, but also about the water birthing tub used in the ...
Medscape

Water Birth May Have Benefits for Healthy Women, Meta-Analysis Suggests

Water immersion during labor and birth significantly reduced use of medications, maternal pain, and postpartum hemorrhage, compared with standard care with no water immersion, based on data from 36 ...
KTVB

In first of its kind water birth study, OSU researchers find no increased risk of death or major trauma

CORVALLIS, Ore. — New research from researchers at Oregon State University (OSU) offers strong evidence that water births are a safe option for typical pregnancies. OSU's study is the largest of its ...
KGW8

In first of its kind water birth study, OSU researchers find no increased risk of death or major trauma

CORVALLIS, Ore. — New research from researchers at Oregon State University (OSU) offers strong evidence that water births are a safe option for typical pregnancies. OSU's study is the largest of its ...