Birth pool

A birth pool is a specially designed portable or fixed tub filled with warm water used during labor and delivery. The warm water helps relax the laboring person, reduce pain, and promote a more comfortable birthing experience. The buoyancy of the water can also make it easier to move and adopt different positions during labor. Birth pools are often used in hospital, birthing center, or home settings and are considered a safe, non-invasive option that can support a natural birth process when appropriate medical oversight is available.