Water Birth at Plodnost Hospital: A Growing Choice for Mothers in North Macedonia
31 May 2025
More and more women in North Macedonia are choosing water birth as a natural, calming, and empowering method of delivery. At Plodnost Hospital, we are proud to offer this method as the only hospital in the country that continuously provides water births in line with international standards of maternity care.
Welcome, Baby Metodi – Born Peacefully in Water
We warmly congratulate our patient Elena and welcome her baby Metodi, born at 14:05, into the world. Elena chose to give birth in water—a decision we supported with full medical guidance, comfort, and personalised care from our team.
Her story is one of many, as we observe a rising trend of mothers selecting water birth as their preferred method for delivering their baby.
Why Choose a Water Birth?
Water birth offers several proven benefits for both mother and baby:
Reduced pain and increased relaxation without medical intervention- Greater mobility during labour
- A more gentle transition for the baby from womb to water
- Lower risk of tearing or the need for episiotomy
- A deeper sense of privacy, comfort, and control for the mother
At Plodnost, water births are only offered when all medical criteria are met, and are always supervised by a dedicated team that includes a midwife, neonatologist, and anaesthesiologist.
Leading the Way in Water Births in North Macedonia
Plodnost was the first hospital in the country to introduce and routinely offer this birthing method. To date, we have successfully completed over 250 water births, always focusing on safety, comfort, and a calm environment for mother and baby.
We remain the only medical institution in Macedonia with a consistent, professionally managed water birth programme—making this option possible for families who seek a gentler, more natural birth experience.
Plodnost Hospital is located in Bitola and is recognised as the leading centre for obstetrics and neonatal care in the country. Learn more about water birth or book your consultation at 📞 047 208 880.
