Many women are choosing waterbirth and loving it.   For moms, the water offers a comfortable place that increases their ability to relax, let go of muscle tension, experience a sense of weightlessness, and allow the birth process to unfold naturally.  For babies, it is said to offer a gentle transition from one warm watery world into another.  

Our birth tub can be used as a tool for labor and/or as a place to birth your baby.  Whatever your preference, it is great to have options in labor and birth, and go with what feels best at the time—whether it is a water or “land” birth.

What are the benefits of waterbirth and water labor? (According to Waterbirth International, www.waterbirth.org)
•    Speeds up labor
•    Reduces blood pressure
•    Gives mother more feelings of control
•    Provides significant pain relief
•    Promotes relaxation
•    Enables the mother to assume any position which is comfortable for labor and birth
•    Conserves her energy
•    Reduces the need for drugs and interventions
•    Gives mother a private protected space
•    Reduces perineal trauma and eliminates episiotomies
•    Reduces cesarean section rates
•    Is highly rated by mothers - typically stating they would consider giving birth in water again
•    Is highly rated by experienced providers
•    Encourages an easier birth