Waterbirth may reduce pain meds and shorten labor, study finds

NCT ID NCT05175599

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether giving birth in water (waterbirth) is better than a traditional land birth for low-risk, healthy women. Researchers compared pain medication use, labor length, breastfeeding rates, and satisfaction between the two groups. The goal was to see if waterbirth offers benefits without increasing risks.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pregnancy disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Aurora Sinai Medical Center

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53233, United States