What Alternative Birthing Methods Are Available?
In this modern age women from around the globe are looking for something a bit different from the norm when giving birth. Increasing amounts of women are now expressing their interest in the non-traditional forms of giving birth on their birthing plans. • Natural childbirth. In other words this means giving birth without the aid of drugs. The theory to this is that if you condition your mind as to what you can expect with a drug-free birth then you are essentially in control of the birth, whereas if you were taking drugs to aid your childbirth you will not know what to expect thus leaving you open to the unknown and tension. Natural childbirth puts the emphasis on you regarding what techniques to try which position you will be most comfortable in and so on. It can be done in your own home, birthing centre or hospital. • Giving birth at home. This method is still quite uncommon, but in the UK the NHS have been pushing this method a lot within the last few years. Methinks this is due to
