In-depth information on the newest innovation in safe, gentle, joyous, empowering childbirth. Of interest to expectant parents and birthcare providers. Includes extensive tutorial, Waterbirth Photo Gallery, 75 personal waterbirth stories, information on preparations for & benefits of waterbirth, and lots more. This is the site that first popularized waterbirth; growing on the internet since 1995!
Extensive advice on the various things expectant parents can do to make their waterbirth the very best experience it can be. Great tips for achieving joy, success and personal empowerment.
Birth Balance and director, Judith Elaine Halek, the east coast resource center for underwater birth since 1987 will provide water enthusiasts with numerous up to date events, as well as waterbirth and pregnancy related resources of articles, books, booklets, video tapes, audio tapes, herstory, benefits/risks, FAQ's, mutual websites and much more. Explore this stunning site with ease and joy.
See what labor was like for Anita, who delivered her second child at home in a birthing pool. Four beautiful color photos with captions. From Pregnancy Today.
Sheila believes all women should have the support and information necessary to make an informed choice about water birth. This page includes a photograph of her grandson's waterbirth.
Extensive, in-depth information on the newest method of safe, gentle, joyous and empowering childbirth. Features lots of information on the waterbirth pioneer doctors Michael Rosenthal and Michel Odent, and longterm implications of gentle birth. Of special interest to expectant parents and progressive birthcare providers.