Welcoming Birth, Your Way: Low-Intervention Births at Jefferson OB/GYN
At Jefferson OB/GYN, we believe in patient-centered care and support for women who wish to pursue a low-intervention birth—a birth experience that supports your natural ability to deliver. Low-intervention birth isn’t about refusing medical support; it's about giving your body the space to labor naturally and stepping in only when it's truly needed.
What is a Low-Intervention Birth?
A low-intervention birth typically includes:
Allowing labor to begin naturally, waiting until you're in active labor before heading to the hospital
Encouraging movement and changing positions as labor progresses
Using intermittent fetal monitoring, rather than continuous monitoring, unless there's a medical indication
Opting for alternative pain management, such as hydrotherapy or massage, before considering medication
Alternative Pain Management Techniques
We offer a range of non-medical pain relief options, including :
Hydrotherapy (laboring in water)
Massage and acupressure
Position changes and walking
Hypnobirthing and breathing techniques
TENS units and heat/cold therapy
Continuous labor support from a doula
Audio analgesia and aromatherapy
Of course, medications and epidurals are also available for moms who choose them.
Planning Your Birth
Every journey is unique, and we encourage you to create a birth plan that reflects your preferences, such as the people you’d like present, pain management methods, mobility wishes, and partner participation in moments like cord cutting. Keep a copy in your prenatal record and bring one to the hospital.
The most recent data from the March of Dimes and the CDC's National Vital Statistics report a national primary C-section rate of 22%. By comparison, Jefferson OBGYN’s primary C-section rate is significantly lower - 16.77% - reflecting our commitment to patient-centered care and supporting low-intervention births whenever safely possible.
If you’re interested in exploring a low-intervention birth, let's discuss your goals and create a birth plan that supports your ideal experience. Schedule a prenatal appointment today to begin the conversation.
