{"id":32420,"date":"2024-03-19T09:22:05","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T06:22:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/?p=32420"},"modified":"2024-03-19T09:22:05","modified_gmt":"2024-03-19T06:22:05","slug":"the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/","title":{"rendered":"The Importance of Hot Water in Birth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW224071635 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224071635 BCX0\">Experts say that water has a relaxing effect physically and psychologically. Hot water, which relieves pain and is good for the body, is also very important for a comfortable birth. It is a natural and healthy method to cope with the pain that may occur during the birth process.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW224071635 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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Hot\u00a0Water\u00a0in\u00a0Birth\u00a0\">The\u00a0Importance\u00a0of Hot\u00a0Water\u00a0in\u00a0Birth\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/#Prenatal_Relaxation_Techniques_with_Hot_Water\" title=\"Prenatal\u00a0Relaxation\u00a0Techniques\u00a0with\u00a0Hot\u00a0Water\">Prenatal\u00a0Relaxation\u00a0Techniques\u00a0with\u00a0Hot\u00a0Water<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/#Hot_Water_Bag\" title=\"Hot Water Bag\u00a0\">Hot Water Bag\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/#Taking_a_Warm_Shower\" title=\"Taking\u00a0a\u00a0Warm\u00a0Shower\">Taking\u00a0a\u00a0Warm\u00a0Shower<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/#Other_Techniques\" title=\"Other\u00a0Techniques\">Other\u00a0Techniques<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/#What_is_Water_Birth\" title=\"What\u00a0is\u00a0Water\u00a0Birth?\u00a0\">What\u00a0is\u00a0Water\u00a0Birth?\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/#How_Should_the_Temperature_of_Water_Be_During_Water_Birth\" title=\"How Should the Temperature of Water Be During Water Birth?\">How Should the Temperature of Water Be During Water Birth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/#How_Does_Water_Birth_Happen\" title=\"How Does Water Birth Happen?\">How Does Water Birth Happen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/#When_should_water_births_not_be_performed\" title=\"When should water births not be performed?\">When should water births not be performed?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/the-importance-of-hot-water-in-birth\/#Is_It_Harmful_to_Enter_Hot_Water_During_Pregnancy\" title=\"Is It Harmful to Enter Hot Water During Pregnancy?\">Is It Harmful to Enter Hot Water During Pregnancy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_of_Hot_Water_in_Birth\"><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209832618 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209832618 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">The<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209832618 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209832618 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Importance<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209832618 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">\u00a0of Hot\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209832618 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Water<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209832618 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">\u00a0in\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209832618 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Birth<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW209832618 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> The\u00a0hot\u00a0water\u00a0experienced\u00a0during\u00a0the\u00a0birth\u00a0process\u00a0helps\u00a0the\u00a0mother\u00a0to\u00a0relax\u00a0both\u00a0physically\u00a0and\u00a0mentally\u00a0by\u00a0providing\u00a0relaxation\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0muscles\u00a0in\u00a0the\u00a0body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By increasing the blood flow to the uterus, it relieves the pain that comes with the contractions in the uterus.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the increase in blood flow, the rate of oxygen going to the muscles in the uterus also increases.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Hot water helps in shortening the time of delivery by providing better contraction of the uterine muscles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prenatal_Relaxation_Techniques_with_Hot_Water\"><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW70391084 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70391084 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Prenatal\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70391084 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Relaxation<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70391084 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70391084 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Techniques<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70391084 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70391084 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">with<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70391084 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">\u00a0Hot\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70391084 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Water<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hot_Water_Bag\"><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW70391084 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW229223384 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229223384 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Hot W<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229223384 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">ater<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229223384 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\"> B<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW229223384 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">ag<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW127763095 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW127763095 BCX0\">These<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW127763095 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW127763095 BCX0\">bags<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW127763095 BCX0\"> can be a good way to relieve the pain felt during pregnancy. <span class=\"TextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW60126108\">If the pain you may experience during pregnancy stresses you out, this may also affect your baby. So, p<\/span><\/span><\/span>lacing a water bag close to the uterus<span class=\"TextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">, and not holding it <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">too<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">much<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">, can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">help<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\"> ease <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">your<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">pain<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">and<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">relax<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55254425 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW60126108\"> However, please consult your doctor before trying any method.\u00a0 <span class=\"TextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">If<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">your<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">doctor<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">recommends<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\"> using a hot <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">water<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">bag<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">you<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\"> can put <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">this<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">bag<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0on\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">your<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">aching<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">side<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">without<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">waiting<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">too<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">long<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW216518593 BCX0\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taking_a_Warm_Shower\"><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW137623558 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137623558 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Taking<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137623558 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">\u00a0a\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137623558 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Warm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137623558 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137623558 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Shower<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During pregnancy, water has a positive effect on feeling less pain, relaxing, and easing the delivery. You can take a warm bath before delivery, either in your room at the hospital or at home before going to the hospital. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">S<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ometimes, the birth process can be slowed down by the excitement and nervousness of being there.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In such a case, artificial pain can be given to speed up labour. However, by talking to your doctor and getting their approval, you can take a warm shower. At this point, you should consider the water temperature as it should not be too hot and do not stay under the water too long.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While taking your warm shower, using a few drops of lavender oil may help you relax more. The temperature of water should be the same as your body temperature. A shower with a temperature not exceeding 36.5-37.5 degrees on average will be good enough.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Techniques\"><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW46548362 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW46548362 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Other<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW46548362 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW46548362 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Techniques<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">Another<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">way<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">relax<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">with<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">water<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">during<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">birth<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">process<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\"> is adding <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">lavender<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\"> to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">warm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">water<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\"> for your<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">feet<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">Fill<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\"> a bucket <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">with<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">lukewarm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">water<\/span><span class=\"ContextualSpellingAndGrammarError SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ContextualSpellingAndGrammarError SCXW81877801 BCX0\">and<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">drop<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0a\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">few<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">drops<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0of\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">lavender<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\"> oil <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">into<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\"> it. Then, place your feet in the bucket. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">This<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">foot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">bath<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">will<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">make<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">you<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">relax<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\"> and calm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\">. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81877801 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW174346594\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW148914695 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148914695 BCX0\">During<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148914695 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148914695 BCX0\">the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148914695 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148914695 BCX0\">birth<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148914695 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148914695 BCX0\">process<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148914695 BCX0\">, applying a hot or cold pad to your waist area and shoulders may help ease your pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Water_Birth\"><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW14152770 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14152770 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">What<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14152770 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">\u00a0is\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14152770 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Water<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14152770 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14152770 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Birth<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14152770 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW14152770 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Water birth is a form of birth that occurs using a deep bath or birth pool. In addition to relaxing and soothing effects, this is a process that makes it easier for you to move in water during delivery. See some of the advantages of birth in warm water:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>With the support provided by the water, it is easy to move freely and take positions that suit you during delivery.<\/li>\n<li>When in an upright position in the water, gravity will lead your baby to move easily.<\/li>\n<li>Being in the water can lower your blood pressure, suppress your feelings of anxiety and fear, and help relieve your pain.<\/li>\n<li>It can reduce back pain by reducing the pressure in the body.<\/li>\n<li>You can feel safer as it will relax you.<\/li>\n<li>Since it increases the blood flow to the uterus, your contractions are regulated.<\/li>\n<li>Since there is no general anaesthesia in this delivery method, possible side effects that may occur in the baby can be prevented.<\/li>\n<li>The risks of postpartum bleeding, birth tears and injuries that may occur in the birth canal are reduced.<\/li>\n<li>It is ensured that the birth process takes a shorter time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Should_the_Temperature_of_Water_Be_During_Water_Birth\"><\/span>How Should the Temperature of Water Be During Water Birth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The temperature of the water is very important in this birth method. The water temperature in the pool should be maintained at 36 degrees. As long as it&#8217;s maintained at a sufficient temperature, giving birth in water can help to relax the person and reduce pain.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Water_Birth_Happen\"><\/span>How Does Water Birth Happen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>In this birth method, which is done in a pool filled with water at a temperature of 35-37 degrees, the relaxing effect of hot water is utilised.<\/li>\n<li>Artificial pain or any medicine is not given to the mother as hot water allows the natural pain to begin.<\/li>\n<li>The mother sits in the water and begins to relax with the calming impact of the water.<\/li>\n<li>The doctor or midwife who will give birth enters the water with their own equipment to deliver.<\/li>\n<li>To bring the baby to the surface, their body is expected to come out completely. The navel cord is cut when they can be taken out of the water.\u00a0 The baby receives oxygen from the cord till the cut. When the baby is brought to the surface, they unite with their mother.<\/li>\n<li>After giving birth, the mother is transferred to a regular hospital room, where both the mother and the baby undergo check-ups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_water_births_not_be_performed\"><\/span>When should water births not be performed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>If there are twin or triplet pregnancies,<\/li>\n<li>If there was a previous caesarean section,<\/li>\n<li>If there are cases of genital infection,<\/li>\n<li>If the baby feels sideways or if the baby weighs more than 4 kilos,<\/li>\n<li>If the mother has diseases such as high blood pressure, heart, diabetes or asthma,<\/li>\n<li>If there is a risk of premature birth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_Harmful_to_Enter_Hot_Water_During_Pregnancy\"><\/span>Is It Harmful to Enter Hot Water During Pregnancy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Exercising in the water can be a good activity during pregnancy. However, swimming in extremely hot water should be avoided as it can raise your body temperature excessively. Also, be careful about spas in the winter holidays as extreme heat can increase the risk of hypothermia. Such a situation can be dangerous for both mother and baby.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, we should not forget the importance of drinking enough water during pregnancy. Drinking lukewarm water is very beneficial for health. It is the most important thing that keeps you away from dehydration, fatigue and infection.\u00a0 6-8 glasses of water every day will be very beneficial both for you and your little precious one on the way.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Would you like to share your experiences or questions as a comment?<\/p>\n<p>Have a nice and healthy day!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Experts say that water has a relaxing effect physically and psychologically. 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