Giving birth in water, WATER BIRTH!

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As the name says, during water birth a mother gives birth to her child in a pool or a tub full of water. Parents who are considering this option need not worry- there is no chance of the baby's death due to asphyxiation or drowning. Immerision in warm water raises the body temperature and causes the blood vessels to dialte, resulting in increased blood circulation. Thus, larger quantities of blood and oxygen are able to reach the uterine muscles. A water birth also allows a mother to manoeuvre her body during the labour process, with water offsetting the pressure experienced during childbirth. The hydrostatic pressure of water relieves the discomforts of contractions and relaxes the body, which in turn stimulates the release of endorphins- the body's natural painkillers. So if any of you are planning childbirth, think if water birth is an option.