I didn't know I was in labour (long story there!!) and had been really uncomfortable all day. I hit the shower and it was the most glorious, wonderful thing ever. I had the tap on as hot as I could bear it and just let the water run down my back. I have no idea how long I was in there, but still remember to this day how beautiful that shower was. When I did realise it was labour and I went to hospital, water wasn't offered either as pain relief and I didn't think to ask for a bath.