“… 11 In Australia and the United Kingdom, waterbirth is recognized as an option for healthy women with uncomplicated pregnancies. 12 , 13 , 14 However, obstetric and pediatric colleges in the United States are opposed to waterbirth; 15 , 16 whereas in Canada, they cite a lack of adequate studies to determine safety. 17 Neonatal concerns include fetal temperature rises, 18 , 19 respiratory distress or water aspiration, 20 , 21 infection, 22 , 23 and “snapped” umbilical cords.…”