Genera in water, or as they are called, delivery into the water - is a delivery method in which a woman in labor is dipped into a container filled with water (Bath, Jacuzzi, swimming pool), in order to reduce pain and improve comfort during labor, as well as to mitigate the birth stress in the newborn baby.
In today's world, this technique births become more frequent. However, until now, large-scale experiments to provide a method of scientific statistical evaluation was carried out. Some doctors are of the opinion that the popularity of water births due to nothing more than, as in fashion.
Undoubtedly everything in this world has its pros and cons. And this method is not an exception.
"Behind"
• Water, as we know, has a calming effect. At birth, she just does the job. Being in a deep pool, the woman almost does not feel his body, water, as it supports it. All body muscles of the hips, back, abdomen and genital tract, comes in a relaxed state;
• It is believed that the water makes the vagina more elastic, thus reducing the risk of fractures;
• In the water it is easier to find the most comfortable position, which will be felt less pain;
• For the baby water birth helps soften the effect of gravity on his brain, as he passes from one aquatic environment to another, experiencing less stress. Warm water helps him relax after a busy route and better adapt to the new world.
"Against"
• Conduct a water birth for the doctor more difficult than if the birth took place the traditional method;
• genera may be delayed if the woman in labor immersed in water ahead of time (up to 6-8 cm cervical opening);
• The water quickly cools down and after 2-3 hours it begins to multiply E. coli, which means that there is a constant need for water changes;
Contraindicated water birth women:
• With a narrow pelvis;
• gives birth to a big baby;
• Having chronic diseases of the cardiovascular system, diabetes mellitus;
• With placenta previa.
