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Manual handling risks to midwives associated with birthing pools: literature review and incident analysis

K.D.Brainin Founder & Director

Active Birth Pools Resource Centre

Our unrivalled knowledge and wealth of experience enable us to provide water birth pools that minimise risk, optimise results and maximise value. The combination of evidence based, user-centred, ergonomic...

The keyword that defines our approach is ‘Active’.

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...

Winner – Building Better Healthcare Awards

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...

Freedom of Movement video hits 12,000,000 views on YouTube!

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...

Water birth pools specially designed to give midwives superior safety, comfort and support

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...

The Keyword that Defines our Design Ethos is Active

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...

Sit and Swivel – The Natural Way to Enter the Pool

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...

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...

Comprehensive guidelines for Active Birth Pools in Saudi Arabia by Dr. Omar Nouri

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...
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