Hydrotherapy relaxes the muscles and decreases the pain of contractions. To be eligible for hydrotherapy, patients must meet certain medical criteria and both mom and baby must be medically stable.
Mercy Hospital: At Mercy Hospital, patients who do not have an epidural may use one of four jacuzzis to provide pain relief and promote relaxation during labor. Jacuzzi rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the jacuzzi rooms are occupied, each of our birthing rooms has a shower, which makes hydrotherapy possible.
Mount St. Mary's Hospital: Patients who do not have an epidural may use our jacuzzi to provide pain relief and promote relaxation during labor. There is one jacuzzi room, available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each of our birthing rooms has a water massage shower, which makes hydrotherapy possible.
Sisters Hospital: Although jacuzzis are not available at Sisters Hospital, if you would like to bring a birthing tub, our staff will work with you to accommodate. Please contact us to make arrangements.