Some of the advantages of a natural active birth

 

No compression on major bloodvessels

 Greater comfort for mother  

Secretion of hormones which regulates the whole process is not disturbed 

 Pelvis becomes as fully mobilised as possible 

Maximum advantage of force of gravity – increased pressure inside pelvis  

Minimal muscular effort – saves energy – reduces risk of exhaustion

Shorter labour

Improved oxygen supply for your baby

Womb contracting more efficiently – need for artificial stimulants less likely

Lower incidence of distress in mother and baby

Less need for drugs

Newborn baby calmer and in good condition

Early cord clamping less likely

Spontaneous delivery of placenta more likely

Empowering for the mother

Positive experience for father

Easier and more fullfilling for the midwife

… and who knows – the world might just turn out an even better place….