Why performance matters more than price
When choosing a water birth pool for a hospital or maternity unit, price is only one part of the decision.
The real value of a birth pool lies in how safely, reliably and effectively it performs over many years of clinical use.
A well-designed pool supports mothers, protects midwives, simplifies infection control and delivers long-term value for the hospital.
Active Birth Pools are designed to meet these priorities at the highest level.
What to look for in a hospital birth pool
When assessing a water birth pool, decision-makers should consider:
- Safety and compliance
- Infection control and hygiene
- Durability and lifespan
- Comfort for mothers
- Ergonomics for midwives
- Material quality
- Ease of cleaning and maintenance
- Long-term value
- Clinical effectiveness
- Manufacturer experience and support
These are the factors that determine whether a pool is truly suitable for a busy maternity environment.
Safety and compliance
Safety must come first.
Active Birth Pools are designed to reduce risk and support safe use in clinical settings. Features include slip-resistant surfaces, wide rounded rims, integrated handholds and easy access for mothers.
The design also helps reduce manual handling risks for staff and supports safe emergency evacuation when required.
Unlike pools that rely on bulky steps or surface-mounted fittings, Active Birth Pools are designed to keep the birth environment simple, safe and uncluttered.
Hygiene and infection control
Infection control is essential in every maternity unit.
Active Birth Pools have a seamless, one-piece design with a smooth, non-porous surface. This removes dirt traps and makes the pool easier to clean between uses.
There are no unnecessary surface-mounted fittings such as taps or metal handgrips, which can create cleaning challenges and increase infection control risks.
The result is a cleaner, safer and more efficient solution for hospitals.
Built to last
Hospitals need equipment that can withstand constant use.
Active Birth Pools are made from Ficore® composite, a specialist material that is exceptionally strong, durable and resilient.
Our pools are engineered to last for more than 25 years in demanding clinical environments, with minimal maintenance.
This long lifespan helps reduce waste, downtime and replacement costs.
Designed for mothers and midwives
A good birth pool must support both the mother and the clinical team.
The interior of an Active Birth Pool is shaped to support natural movement during labour and birth. Integrated seats, comfortable contours and generous space allow mothers to rest, move and change position with ease.
The outside of the pool is equally important. The wide, rounded rim and concave surround allow midwives to work in comfort, helping reduce strain and improve access during care.
Why Ficore® composite makes a difference
Active Birth Pools are the only birth pools made from Ficore® composite.
Compared with acrylic or fibreglass, Ficore® offers major advantages:
- Stronger and more durable
- Seamless and easy to clean
- Warm and comfortable to the touch
- Excellent heat retention
- Less slippery
- Resistant to damage
- Repairable if required
- Suitable for long-term hospital use
This material is one of the key reasons Active Birth Pools perform so well over time.
Better long-term value
A lower purchase price does not always mean better value.
Cheaper pools may need more maintenance, have shorter lifespans or create higher costs over time.
Active Birth Pools are designed to deliver long-term return on investment through durability, low maintenance, energy efficiency and reliable performance.
They also help hospitals create attractive, high-quality water birth facilities that improve the maternity environment for women, families and staff.
Supporting better births
Water can help mothers relax, move more freely and cope better with labour.
Active Birth Pools are designed to enhance these benefits by creating a safe, comfortable and supportive environment for labour and birth.
Their ergonomic design also supports midwives, helping them work more safely and comfortably.
This combination improves the experience for mothers, families and clinical teams.
Trusted worldwide
Active Birth Pools have been used by leading hospitals and maternity units around the world for more than 38 years.
Since 1987, we have helped pioneer the use of water for labour and birth and have supplied thousands of pools to maternity services worldwide.
Our experience, specialist knowledge and aftercare support make us a trusted partner for hospitals investing in high-quality water birth facilities.
Why choose Active Birth Pools?
Active Birth Pools offer:
- Exceptional safety
- Outstanding hygiene
- Superior durability
- Long-term value
- Comfort for mothers
- Better working conditions for midwives
- Proven performance in hospitals worldwide
- A unique lifetime guarantee
When hospitals choose Active Birth Pools, they are not simply buying a product.
They are investing in a safer, stronger and more effective water birth solution built to serve maternity services for decades.
