Laura | Awake | Nourished | Holistic Women’s Life + Birth Mentor on Instagram: "Let’s talk: water birth — the full picture. Many women choose a water birth dreaming of that peaceful, natural-flowing experience of birthing submerged in warm water. And yes, the warm water can feel soothing, relaxing and less clinical. But here’s the truth you deserve to know: when your body is submerged in warm or hot water, the physiology shifts. Blood vessels dilate (think: you soak your hand in warm water and i

Sweet waterbirth moments like these remind us how powerful birth truly is. 💜 This mama waited until her own mother arrived, then welcomed her baby earthside in just two powerful pushes. Surrounded by love, support, and generations of family, this birth was a beautiful unfolding of trust, strength, and surrender. Birth is never just about one moment—it’s about the lineage, the village, and the love that carries new life forward. We are so honored to witness and support families in these sacred b

1K reactions · 9 comments | #Repost what a beautiful example of a gentle birth and a Waterbirth at that. Trust your body and trust your baby birth is a physiological process. Not everything Hass to be an emergency intervention please ladies trust your body. #BeautifulBirth #Waterbirth #GentleBirth. #YourInstincts. | Waterbirth Coalition of Canada | Facebook