Grounded in evidence and informed by experience, our blog explores the use of water for labour and birth and showcases our award-wining range of water birth pools
We were absolutely delighted when we saw this scene from episode 2 of BBC's fabulous "Riot Women". What’s striking about this scene is the complete sense of ease...
Safety drives every aspect of our design philosophy at Active Birth Pools. We’ve engineered solutions that address the key safety challenges faced in maternity care, from manual handling...
At Active Birth Pools, design is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by user focussed, evidence-based ergonomic principles, we’ve spent decades refining the form and function...
Thank you for your interest in my water birth pools. I’d like to share the journey that led me here -a path shaped by inspiration, collaboration and an...
In modern maternity care, the integration of ergonomically designed equipment is essential to promoting safety, comfort, and effectiveness. Nowhere is this more evident than in the design of...
When hospitals invest in medical equipment, especially water birth pools, decision-makers must assess value based on a clear set of performance indicators. Here’s how Active Birth Pools meet...
In the world of industrial design, few principles have stood the test of time like those set forth by Dieter Rams. Among his “Ten Principles of Good Design,”...
A calm, soothing atmosphere can help reduce stress and anxiety, allowing mothers to relax more deeply and support the natural flow of physiological labour. By integrating multi-colour chromotherapy...
Click the image below to see a pictorial history of Active Birth Pools, testimonials from clients and associates and a comprehensive list of the hospitals that we have...
Welcome to the Active Birth Pools Information Hub Since 1987 we have been setting the global standard in water birth pool design and manufacturing. Our water birth pools...
The keyword that defines our approach to design is 'Active'. If we look up the definition of 'Active Birth' we get, "Childbirth during which the mother is encouraged...
The highly utilitarian, sleek design of the Water Column complements the aesthetic of our pools and provides a safe, practical, hygienic solution for installing plumbing and fittings. This...
We are pleased to announce that the Active II/360 Water Birth Pool with bespoke Water Column has just been announced as a winner in the prestigious Design MasterPrize...
These three videos offer an easy and engaging way to discover what makes Active Birth Pools exceptional. You’ll learn about our high manufacturing standards, explore the details of...
When it comes to choosing a water birth pool there are many important factors that need to be considered. Above all is the safety, comfort and well-being of...
We've been dedicated to designing and supplying water birth pools since 1987. We developed the world's first specially designed water birth pools and have gone on to supply...
The choice of material is fundamental to the success of a water birth pool, and at Active Birth Pools, we have chosen to fabricate our pools using Ficore®...
At the 'Building Better Healthcare' awards ceremony the Active Birth Pool was highly commended in the award for best internal building product. In their comments the judges praised the quality of our design and...
When it comes to the creation and care of water birth facilities nothing is more important then Health and Safety. Micro-organisms breed freely in warm moist environments and...
Active Birth Pools Catalogue and Guide Active Birth Pools References and Testimonials Active II Water Birth Pool Data Sheet Place your cursor on the model below to...
Setting the Standard in Water Birth Pool Excellence When it comes to water birth pools for hospitals, performance, safety, durability, and sustainability are non-negotiable. In a market where...
This short video shows that in our water birth pools mothers have room to move freely in the postures natural to labour and birth. How they instinctively relate...
In the world of design, few voices have resonated more deeply or enduringly than that of Dieter Rams. Known for his iconic work with Braun and Vitsoe, Rams articulated Ten...
As there is no acceptable risk of mothers hitting their heads on protruding spouts we designed the Water Channel to safeguard them by making it impossible for them...
Judges at the prestigious European Design Awards awarded first prize to the Active II/360 Water Birth Pool in the Healthcare: Safety Design Category. European Product Design Award (ePDA)...
The simple act of mothers entering the pool is one of the most misunderstood aspects of water birth practice. Entering a water birth pool should never be a...
Delivery, Moving and Handling Mainland UK Deliveries Active Birth Pools delivered within the mainland UK are wrapped in protective packaging and placed in double walled boxes with corrugated...
There are manual handling issues and risks associated with water birth pools that affect both mothers and midwives. Most of the risks stem from the design and equipping...
Purchasing a water birth pool is a big responsibility. Not only must financial considerations be taken into account, but more importantly Health and Safety risks. There are other...
These educational videos were made by midwives for midwives. They are perfect viewing as an introduction or refresher. https://youtu.be/AK9rxCVBLcQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY9idzW5Tuk&t=48s
This document presents a comprehensive framework for implementing and managing water birth pools in Saudi healthcare facilities and can be applied to hospitals world-wide. Developed by Dr. Omar...
The evacuation a collapsed woman is potentially hazardous and poses risk of injury to mother and midwife. If the need for an emergency evacuation arises the midwife should:...
Since its establishment in 1987, Active Birth Pools has been at the forefront of designing and supplying water birth pools. Our commitment to ergonomic, safe, and high-quality birthing...
Studies have shown that upright labour positions are associated with a reduced second stage, fewer episiotomies or instrumental intervention in contrast to mothers labouring on their backs. Women...
As childbirth author and activist Sheila Kitzinger OBE wrote in her article 'The clock, the bed, the chair' published in 2003: "Even a recent innovation, the birth pool,...
