What are the advantages of natural childbirth?

Advantages of a natural childbirth over a medicated one to the new mother are that it gives her more control over her body, makes her an active participant during labor and is deeply satisfying and empowering, according to BabyCenter. Additionally, natural childbirth is noninvasive, offering little harm to the baby.

The disadvantages of natural childbirth are that there it does not eliminate pain and discomfort, explains BabyCenter. However, there are natural coping techniques during labor that reduce tension and fear in new mothers and soothe their bodies. These techniques include breathing exercises, hydrotherapy, massage, movement, and one-on-one emotional and professional support.