Natural childbirth is based on the assumption that a woman can give birth to a baby on her own - without external medical intervention and medication. Such a birth should not be considered "alternative" in today's (or rather, in any) time, and at the same time it does not necessarily mean that we choose a home birth. Natural childbirth  can take place in a maternity hospital with a respectful approach and medical staff who will be kind support. Even if such a friendly maternity hospital may be a longer driving distance, it is definitely worth it.

What does natural childbirth bring to the woman and the baby?

• Conscious experience of childbirth 
  When a woman gives birth naturally, she consciously perceives the whole process - she is present, listens to her body and trusts her instincts and intuition. She can move freely and try methods that help her relax, and spontaneously choose a position that suits her. Thanks to this, she gains a sense of security, inner strength and self-confidence, which help her cope with the pain and difficult moments of childbirth. 
  
  
• Connection with the baby
  Oxytocin is a love hormone that, among other things, helps us relax and trust each other, promotes greater openness, affection, willingness to cooperate, and thus has a very positive effect on the course of childbirth. When we feel supported, calm and safe during childbirth, oxytocin can be naturally released along with other hormones, encouraging the uterus to contract for a smoother course of childbirth and relieving pain. And it not only strengthens maternal love, care and protection, but also contributes to a more compact uterus and the production of breast milk after childbirth.
  
  
• Regeneration after childbirth
  Faster recovery and return to normal activities, more energy to care for a newborn baby, but also a lower risk of complications associated with pelvic floor dysfunction, or infection or scarring that occur after a cesarean section. This is also part of natural childbirth. Let's not forget that.
  
  
• An experience that will boost self-confidence
  During natural childbirth, we experience strong emotional satisfaction, which contributes to better regeneration, easier initiation of breastfeeding and loving bonding with our baby. The feeling that we have mastered natural childbirth can also have a positive effect on our self-confidence and can be a strengthening experience for us in the early stages of motherhood.
  
  
• What does it mean for the baby?
  Natural childbirth also benefits the baby's health. It prevents allergies, metabolic diseases and contributes to the development of immunity and mental health.

The way we decide to give birth is up to each of us. Let's get informed and contact experienced professionals who we can entrust with our care with full confidence. Let's choose an environment for our birth in which we will feel comfortable, relaxed and where they will respect our wishes and supportive companions. At the same time, let's openly show such healthcare professionals our affection and respect for the way they perform their profession. Believe me, they really need positive feedback so that they don't give up.