Most of our clients use some form of aqua therapy. Water is magical in labor and I have seen first hand the power of being in a warm tub of water. Most home tubs aren’t quite large enough to accommodate for position changes and the comfort of buoyancy and therefore most use an inflatable birth tub. This form of relaxation enhances the birth process for many women. I have 2 inflatable tubs available at no charge on a first come, first serve basis. Many opportunities are available to rent tubs and the price has come down so much, buying a birth tub for many people is affordable. I have attended hundreds of water births.

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The placenta completes the last stage of birth. We strive to create the environment that supports a woman’s natural birth hormones to deliver both baby and placenta naturally. Mother and baby receive close observation initially and once they are comfortable and vitals are normal, the family is given private time with brief checks on uterine tone and bleeding. Eventually the cord gets cut by a family member. The mother is then checked for any abrasions or tearing and rarely, suturing of the perineum is done when indicated. Help is given with breastfeeding if needed. A deep reverence is held for the first 2 hours of life with your newborn.

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A placenta “tour” is given as the membranes and placenta are checked for completion and various aspects are observed.

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A complete comprehensive, head to toe newborn exam is completed bedside next to the mother. We stay a minimum of 3 hours following the birth, sometimes longer if there have been any unusual circumstances. Generally we stay until the mother has had something to eat and drink, urinated, gotten cleaned up, the uterus is firm, baby has nursed, postpartum instructions have been given and understood and the mother and baby are in Love! After they spend time marveling at their baby the family is usually ready for a much deserved sleep.