- A 2022 study published in BJOG shows what becomes possible when community birth data are collected at scale. Using data from more than 35,000 planned community births, researchers conducted a rigorous analysis comparing waterbirth and land birth outcomes. [1/3]Jan 28, 2026 17:34
- Their findings challenged polarized narratives, concluding that waterbirth was “neither as harmful as some current guidelines suggest, nor as benign as some proponents claim.” The study went on to influence international guidance on waterbirth practices. [2/3]
- That’s the role of data—and our goal at CBDR: To move conversations forward with the evidence, rigor, and honesty that improves birth care and outcomes for every family. ➡️ Join us: fhcq.org/cbdr [3/3]
