Natural Childbirth

Natural Childbirth services offered in San Antonio, TX

Many women want to feel as connected and responsive as possible during the delivery process, forgoing medications and relying on focus and skilled medical support. If natural childbirth is your goal, The Premier OBGYN of Texas board-certified professionals can collaborate with you to create a delivery plan tailored to your wishes. The compassionate team provides prenatal care, education on managing labor pain, and other vital pregnancy and delivery support. Book a natural childbirth consultation at the San Antonio, Texas, office today by phone or online.

What is natural childbirth?

If you want to deliver your baby vaginally, without pain medication like an epidural, then natural childbirth is your goal. Sometimes referred to as unmedicated birth, this process can make it easier to respond to your baby’s movements during delivery and can leave you feeling accomplished and empowered.

The experienced team at Premier OBGYN of Texas can monitor your progress and address issues to ensure you and your baby are doing well. Trust and communication are vital during this exciting time, and the providers work with you to make your child’s birth a safe and positive experience.

What are the benefits of natural childbirth?

One of the key benefits of giving birth with minimal or no medications is the potential for fewer side effects — for you and your baby. Other advantages of natural childbirth can include:

A sense of control and accomplishment

Going without an epidural may allow you to feel more connected to the birth process, as pain relief medications often dull or numb some sensations.

More flexibility to choose birthing positions

Pain medications can make it harder to move around freely. Without them, you may find it easier to change positions during labor. This can help you find a more comfortable posture and may even aid in your labor’s progression by encouraging your baby to move into a favorable position for delivery.

Potential for speedier labor, delivery, and recovery

While each labor is unique, some people deliver faster when they forgo pain medication, which can sometimes interfere with contractions and prolong labor.

How can I prepare for natural childbirth?

If you choose to deliver without medication, Premier OBGYN of Texas helps you develop a birthing plan and learn coping strategies for the process. Preparation eases stress during (and leading up to) your delivery.

Every childbirth is different, and complications can arise, but the professionals at Premier OBGYN of Texas have solutions. If natural childbirth isn’t possible, they offer gentle C-sections to protect your bond with your child.

If you would like to try natural childbirth or vaginal birth later, even after a C-section, you can talk to your provider about a vaginal delivery after Cesarean (VBAC).

Premier OBGYN of Texas works with you to achieve your delivery goals. To talk to a provider about whether natural childbirth is within reach, schedule a consultation by calling the Premier OBGYN of Texas office today or booking online.