Your Waterbirth

Aquaborn Eco Birth Pools ERGONOMICALLY DESIGNED to be used width ways and length ways and supports improved manual handling for midwives.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS...

Is the Aquaborn Eco Birth Pool right for me?

If you and you baby are healthy, and your midwife has not raised any concerns about the suitability of waterbirth, an Eco Birth Pool can provide you with a perfect solution for home waterbirthing. If you want a partner to join you in the pool, they can, It's easy to set up. Our emptying solution is far better than any of our competitors, and we are best on price.

What is the temperature of the water?

Water should be monitored at a temperature that is comfortable for the mother, usually between 95-100 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature should not exceed 101 degrees Fahrenheit as it could lead to an increase in the mother's body temperature which could cause the baby's heart rate to increase. It is a good idea to have plenty of water to drink and cold cloths for the mother's face and neck. A cool facial mist from a spray bottle is a welcome relief for some mothers as well.

Do i need a liner?

In short, No you don't need a liner. The use of liners is mis-leading and it doesn't provide a better solution for hygiene, unless using the pool multiple time,and even then there is a simpler method. The liners are also an expensive addition to your birth pool costing between £20 and £30 extra.

A liner does not provide a sterile enviroment. It is no different to the pool itself. both will have residues of oils from the manufacturer, and so there is no benifit of having a liner.We suggest, to obtain a true sterile enviroment, you should use a diluted sterilising solution, such as milton, to wash the insides of the pool before filling with water.

liners also inhibit the use of internal handles and form uncomfortable and unsightly creases detracting from the calm pool enviroment.

The argument of a liner providing an extra barrier between the water and your room, is poor, as a liner could not contain the water in the eventuality of a puncture in the pool. The Aquaborn Eco birth pool is thicker and stronger than other inflatable birth pools, so you are not likely to get any sort of puncture anyway. In the remote instance that the pool did puncture, due to its unique design of slow deflate chambers, it would contain the water giving you plenty of time to exit and drain the pool.

How long does it take to inflate the Aquaborn Eco Birth Pool?

It takes 4 minutes to inflate the Aquaborn Eco Birth Pool using the electric inflate pump which is a standard addition to all of our pools. The pool is also super quick to inflate due to having two large chambers and extra big inflation valves.

My friend has said I can use her Aquaborn Eco Birth Pool. What are the issues in doing this?

When an Aquaborn Eco Birth Pool is sold, the warranty is valid for one year and the first purchaser only. If you choose to use an Aquaborn Eco Birth Pool which has been used before, you do so at your own risk. In this eventuality we strongly suggest you sterilise the pool and check for any deterioration in the materials (particualy if it has been stored for a long time). How many chambers does the pool have?

The Eco birth pool has two main chambers and a floor chamber. The upper ring can be easily deflated and inflated in the event of a mother finding it difficult to enter and exit the pool. The lower chamber has vertical struts which give it emense strength and dramatically slow deflation in the unlikely event of a puncture.

How strong is the pool?

We pride ourselves on developing the strongest inflatable birthing pool available. It is made out of 0.42mm thick eco vinyl, and the unique structure of the pool adds to its strength. The vertical inflation struts makes it possible for a 15 stone person to stand on the side of the pool without the structure giving or spilling water. Due to the thickness of the material, a puncture is highly unlikely.

How long will it take to fill?

It depends on your hot water system. Anywhere between 40 minutes and 2 hours ( if you have a very small hot water tank).

What temperature should the water be?

This is largely down to personal choice. During labour,some women would prefer the water warmer, but in later stages may require it to be cooler. It is gererally felt that 37.5 degrees is best for birth. Someone should always be on hand to make adjustments to water temperature.

How do i keep the water warm?

Using an inflatable birth pool has many benifits over a solid contruction hire pool, one of the benifits is that the air filled chambers insulate the warm water. The Aquaborn Eco Birth Pool range comes with an inflatable lid which further insulates the water, leaving it significantly warm for 24 hrs!

AFTER 36 HRS IF YOU HAVE NOT USED YOUR POOL, WE RECCOMMEND THAT YOU REFIL YOUR POOL WITH FRESH WARM WATER.

How deep is the pool?

The pool is 68 inches deep, allowing the pool to be filled to 64 inches. This gives you slightly deeper water than other birth pools brands. The reason for this is so that mothers can more easily kneel in the pool whilst keeping their pelvis submerged, and the midwife does not have to bend as much when assisting during the 3rd stage of labour. Also, we want to keep all of the water in the pool. The last thing you need, is to worry about water spillages in labour, so slightly higher sides can avoid spills and keep mum less stressed.

How many handles does it have?

We have provided 6 large and strong handles. Two on top, two on the outer side and two inside. These can assist you in many different labour and birthing positions, including on your knees, which is common and effective, yet not catered for by other birthing pools.

Will i need extra padding/cusioning?

No. The pool floor is 8.5cm deep and so is extremely comfortable. The pool sides are also comfortable and warm.

How do i get in and out of the pool?

The best method is to sit on the side of the pool and swing your legs over one at a time. A handle can be used to assist with this. We only suggest a foot stool is used if the mother uses it in congunction with the 'sit and swing' method, not to stand and step, as this may be dangerous.

Can you put a heater in the pool?

You should not put a pool heater in the birth pool.

All of our solutions and products are eco friendly! We've gone out of our way to bring you this service, because mums are so much more awear of their own health and their baby's health throughout their pregnancy, and want to give their baby the best possible start. Everything we sell is either Non Toxic, Organic or Natural

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The benefits of labouring in water and water birth

• Provides significant pain relief

• Speeds up the progression of labour

• Helps to reduce blood pressure

• Bouyancy makes movement in the pool easier, this enables the mother to assume any position which is comfortable for labor and birth

• The expectant mother feels more in control

• Promotes relaxation

• Conserves her energy

• Reduces the need for drugs and interventions

• Gives mother a private protected space

• Reduces perineal trauma and eliminates episiotomies

• Reduces cesarean section rates

• Is highly rated by mothers

• Is highly rated by experienced providers

• Encourages an easier birth for mother and a gentler welcome for baby

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The benifits of water in labour and birth have been recognised for centuries. Some of the best known benifits include providing pain relief with out the use of medication, speeding up the progression labour and helping the mother to take control of her labour and birth.

The buoyancy created in the water allows spontaneous movement of the mother. No one has to help the mother get into a new position. She moves as her body and the position of the baby dictate. Movement helps open the pelvis, allowing the baby to descend.

The warm water acts as good pain relief, and floating in the birth pool reduces the physical stress on the body. With the mother in a less stressed state, her body is less likely to secrete stress-related hormones. This allows her body to produce the pain inhibitors, endorphins, that complement labor. It is generally excepted that the hormone Noradrenaline and catecholamines (the hormones that are released during stress) can actually raise the blood pressure and can inhibit or slow labor.

Research has also shown that women who labour and birth in water, are dramatically less likely to have medical interventions, such as epidurals, forceps delivery and episiotomies.

A laboring woman who is able to relax physically, is able to relax mentally as well. Many women, midwives, and doctors acknowledge the analgesic effect of water. Thousands of these mothers state they would never be able to consider laboring without water again.

HOMEBIRTH

There is always going to be some risk when giving birth, as in all of life, and women should be carefully screened for any health problems that could be dangerous during labor and delivery. For certain women in rare circumstances, obstetric care is essential. However, for most women, better, healthier results are seen when mothers choose to birth at home." If you are a woman with no health problems or contraindications to safe labor and delivery, consider birthing at home. The risks to you and your baby are lower at home. Giving birth at home is a very personal choice, but you should always discuss this with you doctor or midwife so that you can make an informed choice that is best for you.