Some moments in life are so extraordinary so completely, overwhelmingly beautiful that words almost fail to do them justice.
This is one of those moments.
In celebration of World Water Birth Week — June 22 to 26, Fakeeh University Hospital Dubai is honoured to share one of the most moving and joyful birth stories from our maternity team — a father's raw, heartfelt account of the moment his son entered the world in water.
And it is something every expecting parent deserves to hear.
"I could only hear this cheering squad of people saying — he is coming!"
In that moment — surrounded by the warmth of the water, the encouragement of the team, and the kind of collective joy that only a birth room can hold — a family was born.
This father did not just witness his child's arrival. He experienced it — completely, profoundly, and in a way he will carry with him for the rest of his life.
"It was that experience — the moment where I felt like everyone was celebrating."
What made this birth experience so extraordinarily meaningful was not just the water. It was the intentionality of it — the way the Fakeeh maternity team created a space where both parents could be fully present for the most important moment of their lives.
"My wife is sitting in front of me. We have kept a mirror in front for us to see. And it was so... it was so surreal."
"To watch that experience. To watch her giving birth. To watch my child come into this world."
A mirror. A moment. A memory that will last a lifetime.
And then — there he was.
"He comes out like a slippery little dolphin."
Four words that say everything — wonder, joy, relief, love — all in one breath.
This is what a water birth can feel like. This is what it can look like. And this is the kind of birth experience that the Fakeeh University Hospital maternity team is honoured to be part of — every single time.
Water birth is the practice of labouring and delivering in a warm water pool — an approach that offers a range of deeply meaningful benefits for both mother and baby:
Natural pain relief — warm water relaxes muscles, eases the intensity of contractions, and provides significant drug-free comfort throughout labour
Freedom of movement — buoyancy in water allows mothers to move naturally and instinctively, following their body's guidance through every stage of labour
A calmer, more supported environment — the warmth and containment of water creates a sense of safety and calm that reduces stress hormones and supports the natural progress of labour
A gentler transition for baby — the warm water environment closely mirrors the amniotic fluid of the womb, providing a familiar and calm entry into the world
Shared experience — water birth creates a unique space for partners to be genuinely present — close, involved, and part of every extraordinary moment
At Fakeeh University Hospital, our dedicated water birth suites are designed to support every aspect of the birth experience — combining clinical excellence with a deeply human, family-centred environment.
Our maternity team includes experienced midwives, obstetricians, and doula-friendly care professionals who support each mother and family in creating the birth experience that is right for them — whether that is a water birth, a natural birth, or any other approach they choose.
Your birth. Your choices. Our full, unwavering support.
✨ This World Water Birth Week
This World Water Birth Week — we celebrate not just the births themselves, but the courage of every mother who trusts her body, the presence of every partner who shows up fully, and the extraordinary privilege of being the team that stands in that room with them.
To every family who has shared their birth story with us — thank you.
To every family yet to come — we cannot wait to meet you.
If you are expecting and would like to learn more about water birth and our maternity services come and speak to our team. We would be honoured to be part of your story.
