Legionella management and control procedures: Nottingham University Hospital

Innovative ergonomic design makes our water birth pools safer, more comfortable and easier to use

The first thing that people notice when they look at our water birth pools is the curvaceous, extra-wide rounded rim and the sculpted surround that hugs it's form....

Active Birth Pools Water Birth Safety Hub

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All women no matter what their shape or size will find it exceptionally easy to get into our pools

The simple act of getting into the pool is one of the most misunderstood aspects relating to the use water birth pools. We've considered this deeply over the...

Health and Safety risks you need to be aware of before buying a water birth pool

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...

Active Birth Pools give midwives safe, practical options for dealing with emergencies

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:...

Water Birth Safety Initiative

Hospitals in the United Kingdom began allowing women to use specially designed pools of water for labour and birth during the 1980's. The wide-spread popularity and acceptance of...

Guidelines: Delivery, moving, handling and installation

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...

Guidelines: Cleaning and Care

Safety comes 1st! Active Birth Pools are Rated No.1 for water safety and infection control standards. This is because the material we use (Ficore) is 5 x harder...

See our water birth pools in your delivery room

Would you like to see how our water birth pools would look in your delivery room? Simply use your phone or tablet and click on this link: Hint: its...