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During labor, some women use water to attain a state of deep relaxation to aid in their birthing process. 

Our Approach to Water Birth 

We believe every woman should have the resources and autonomy to make an informed choice about what birth plan makes the most sense for her and her baby.  

A water birth in a hospital setting gives women the chance to enter a deep tub of warm water during labor and delivery. With a water birth, women can relax in a quiet room alongside their support system in a more comfortable and controlled birthing environment.  

We encourage you to visit waterbirth.org to learn more about water birth

Inspira Medical Center Elmer Maternity Room with Birthing Tub

Inspira Midwives

A certified nurse midwife from Inspira Health’s Gentle Beginnings program can answer any questions or concerns you may have when deciding if a water birth makes sense for you.

Lindsay A. Dauphinee

Lindsay A. Dauphinee

Specialty

Obstetrics and Gynecology

5.00 out of 5
Caitlin E French

Caitlin E French

Specialty

Obstetrics and Gynecology

4.80 out of 5
Bernadette M. Lloyd-Sobolow

Bernadette M. Lloyd-Sobolow

Specialty

Obstetrics and Gynecology

5.00 out of 5
Waverly A. Lutz

Waverly A. Lutz

Specialty

Obstetrics and Gynecology

5.00 out of 5
Alexandra L. Wagner-Nilsen

Alexandra L. Wagner-Nilsen

Specialty

Obstetrics and Gynecology

4.90 out of 5

Am I a Candidate for Water Birth?  

Women with low-risk pregnancies who choose a natural water birth may have an easier, more comfortable experience.

Benefits of Water Birth 

A water birth can: 

  • Increase mobility for mother to assume a comfortable position  
  • Speed up labor 
  • Reduce blood pressure 
  • Provide significant pain relief and reduce the need for drugs and intervention 
  • Promote relaxation and control in a private, protected space  
  • Allow mother to conserve energy 
  • Reduce perineal trauma and eliminate episiotomies 
  • Reduce the likelihood of a cesarean section  
  • Provide a gentler welcome for baby 

Why Choose Inspira for Water Birth

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