What Are the Pros and Cons of Water Childbirth?

Water birth, birth in water, as the name implies, is to have children in water. The definition is: a newborn is completely submerged in water at the time of delivery. During this process, the newborn's head must be completely immersed in water until the body is fully delivered under water, and then the newborn should be immediately carried out of the water. Childbirth in water is just one way to give birth, giving the mother a choice of natural delivery. Childbirth is a necessary process in the reproduction process of human beings. It is a consensus to diversify fertility methods to return human birth to nature and reduce medical intervention. Objectively, water delivery also has the effect of reducing cesarean delivery.

Childbirth in water

1. The best age for childbirth in the water is 20-30 years old.

March 1, 2003

North-east area

This kind of delivery method not only has less bleeding during delivery, but also rarely breaks down the perineum; there is no abnormal change in the fetal heart. Due to the relatively short delivery time. So the pain for pregnant mothers will also be reduced and helped

According to available data, the first baby in water was actually born in France as early as 1803. At that time, because the expectant mother was exhausted, she went into the hot tub and wanted to relax. As a result, the baby was born in the water soon. the 60's,

The principle of water delivery is that the mother gives birth naturally in a delivery pool full of warm water. The water temperature and biological indicators in the delivery pool are similar to the environment of the amniotic fluid in the mother's womb, so that the fetus is very adaptable after leaving the mother, and the mother is also in water buoyancy. This reduces production pain. The newborn in maternal amniotic fluid provides respiratory nutrients through the placenta and umbilical cord. At the moment of childbirth in the water, the environment in the delivery pool is similar to the amniotic fluid environment, and the lungs of the newborn are still not open, so they will not swallow water at all.

Maternal likes and chooses "delivery in water" for a reason, because the body and mind of people in soaking in warm water is generally calm and relaxed. Due to the pain, the secretion of stress hormones that cause increased blood pressure and prolonged labor in the body will be reduced. The buoyancy of water makes people

A basic principle: Only mothers who meet the conditions for childbirth are able to give birth in water. Whether it is possible to give birth in water, only after the doctor or

1. It should not be used if the fetus is found to be unhealthy, or the fetal position is not correct, and multiple births are detected during the birth check.

2. Maternal suffering from disease. Relevant experts believe that maternal patients suffering from diseases should adopt a more stable production method. Because the disease often triggers the syndrome, causing unnecessary damage.

3, pregnant women with huge fetuses or maternal obesity and other factors that affect the delivery. For babies born in water, the weight should be controlled at about 3 kg.

Polish obstetricians and gynecologists are supporters of pregnant women giving birth in water, and more than 500 babies have been born in Poland. They believe that the benefits of childbirth in water are faster. It can reduce the harm to the mother and reduce the risk of hypoxia for the baby. In addition, the mother can rest and turn over in the water, which is easier than in the delivery bed. Hot water can also reduce pain during childbirth.

Experts agree that the method is to lay the mother in a bathtub, keep the water temperature at 36 to 37 ° C, which is consistent with the human body, and the ambient temperature is preferably 26 ° C. Water must be disinfected to prevent infection and ensure safety. The water needs to be changed several times throughout the delivery. After the baby is born, you can't spend more than one minute in the water. Experts believe that babies born in this way are healthy.

However, in the United States, where childbirth is more prevalent, despite the increasing number of hospitals with this program, more experts have adopted a "look while walking" attitude, neither opposing nor approving. The well-known American Academy of Obstetrics and Gynecology does not have a delivery room in the water, and the College of Midwives does not comment. Experts are still waiting for the final research report.

6-8 weeks after childbirth, medically called the puerperium period, and folk called confinement period. This period is the key period for postpartum health recovery. Maternal women should pay special attention to the following health care; Maternal physical exertion is very heavy during childbirth, taking care of the baby from time to time is more prone to fatigue. If you do not pay attention to rest and sleep, it is easy to accelerate aging, not only muscle relaxation, but also dark circles. You can only do light activities for a short time indoors. If the perineum is severely ruptured, rest in bed for at least one week. Participate in heavier labor prematurely, prone to uterine prolapse, special attention should be paid. (B) pay attention to bed posture. The postpartum blood, shed tissue and mucus are mixed together and flowed out through the vagina, which is called lochia. It is the most common after 3-7 days after delivery. Therefore, the sleeping position should be taken in the lateral and prone positions. (3) The room should be ventilated, and the mother should be clean.

1. The pregnancy has reached 38 weeks;

2, first birth type (non-fetal position is not correct);

3. No other risk factors exist;

4, fetal heart sounds are normal;

5, no fetal staining;

6, the size of the fetus is normal;

7. Do screening beforehand. All infectious diseases must be eliminated. "Because the vat is not sterilized at high temperatures, we cannot take this risk."

8, the fetus is medium in size, in theory, generally does not exceed 7 pounds. However, in practice, there is no strict limit on the weight of the baby. For example, five babies born in water in Guangzhou can range from 5.9 to 8.1 kg.

9, the pelvis of pregnant women should be large enough, the best age is under 30 years old.

10. Pregnant women suffering from diseases, such as pregnant women with heart disease, cannot give birth in water.

11, if the pre-examination found that the fetus is unhealthy or the fetal position is not correct, you cannot give birth in the water.

A mother who chooses to give birth in water must have three conditions.

First of all, there are no complications such as premature rupture of membranes or pregnancy with hypertension, no chronic diseases such as heart disease and hypertension, and no infectious diseases such as hepatitis, syphilis and AIDS.

Secondly, the maternal age is preferably under 35 years old, the pelvis of older women hardened, the degree of expansion is not good, it is not appropriate to give birth in water.

In addition, the pre-examination did not reveal unhealthy fetuses, improper fetal position, or severe umbilical cord around the neck, and the fetus should not be too large, preferably about 3000 grams to 3500 grams. If the examination reveals an abnormality in the fetus or an abnormal fetal position, you cannot give birth in water. During the delivery in water, if abnormal fetal heartbeat or abnormal amniotic fluid occurs, the mother should immediately leave the delivery pool in water and the doctor will take symptomatic treatment. ^[1]

First, suspect that the fetus is hypoxic in the uterus

Second, infection occurred during production

Third, the maternal suffers from infectious diseases, such as hepatitis B, gonorrhea, and chlamydia trachomatis infection in the genital tract.

Fourth, obese women are not suitable for childbirth in water

Experts said: First of all, you must be mentally prepared. Underwater delivery is not suitable for everyone. Some pregnant women have agreed to give birth in water, but they may change due to circumstances before they can give birth. It depends on the size and fetal position of the fetus. The fetus is too big to do, it is best to be 6 and a half to 7 pounds, the fetal position is preferably the head position, and the head position has a variety of conditions, face down, face out, face up, preferably face down , Face-up or Face-up are not in favor of doing it, because there are risks.

If the cost of childbirth in water is about 5,000 to 6,000 yuan, the rest plus the length of stay and the number of beds in the hospital will be calculated separately. For more accurate figures, you should consult the inpatient department.

In general, if you want to give birth in water, you should be admitted to the hospital for examination one week in advance when all aspects of your body are normal.

Childbirth in water is generally not dangerous because it is a very natural way of childbirth. Various natural methods such as lying, sitting and squatting are promoted in the world. If childbirth is not feasible, you can immediately change the mode of delivery and give birth on the delivery bed. If there are special circumstances, cesarean section is feasible.

The biggest benefit of childbirth in water is that it is natural and does not require side cuts. More than 100 cases have been done in our hospital. None of them have been cut laterally, and only a few pregnant women have natural lacerations, thus avoiding infection of many diseases.

Childbirth in water is an interesting process. The mother's entire body is immersed in water, and the water wave slightly hits the mother's body. This can increase the activity of the woman's uterine muscles and make the delivery smoother and easier. Babies are born most of the time the mother leaves the water, but sometimes childbirth occurs in the water.

Although the baby has fetal movement in the intrauterine amniotic fluid, it does not breathe, and the baby's lungs are not open. After giving birth in the water, the newborn is still in the water, and his lungs are still not open, so he will not

There are also risks in childbirth. It is also difficult to give birth, just like regular births. "For example, if the baby can not adapt to the mother's birth canal or hypoxia and asphyxia, etc., but when this happens, the medical staff will Immediate measures were taken to terminate childbirth in the water. According to reports, in the delivery room, there is also a multifunctional delivery bed next to the childbirth pool, and a rest area is set up for the mother and her family to rest. At birth, there will be an obstetrician, A neonatal doctor and two midwives provide a "four-to-one" escort to a mother to escort the mother and the newborn. If the mother has difficulty giving birth, the medical staff will immediately let the mother water out and go to the multifunctional bed produce.