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Birth Pools

A birth pool is a specially designed inflatable or hard-sided tub used by pregnant women during labor and delivery. Filled with warm water, it provides a soothing, buoyant environment that can help reduce pain and increase comfort. The water's warmth and pressure may also promote relaxation, ease the labor process, and sometimes make pushing easier. Birth pools are commonly used in home births or birthing centers and are considered a safe, natural method supportive of a woman’s preferences for a more relaxed delivery experience.