New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- Giving birth is a life-changing experience for a woman. However, it often comes with feelings of anxiety, stress, and physical discomfort. In recent years, water birth has become a popular and comforting choice for giving birth, especially because of its benefits to help reduce stress and pain during labor.

What is the use of warm water during labor?

When a woman sits in warm water during labor, her body experiences several helpful changes, as per BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth.

Parasympathetic nervous system activation: This division of the nervous system is responsible for rest, relaxation, and recuperation. Immersion in warm water reduces levels of stress hormones like adrenaline, which can slow down labor by co...