what is a calm waters birth?

an event in which the woman in labor feels supported on all levels. physical emotional spiritual. she trusts that the pain of her uterus contracting is natural and healthy. with a foundation of evidence based knowledge she makes decisions that she feels is best for her and her baby. she feels empowered to make decisions not "allowed" to make decisions. the practitioner attending her birth gives her privacy when she needs it and guidance when necessary. they cover the clocks and watch nature be nurtured.