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There is no reason why a woman cannot give birth in water simply because of a visual, hearing or minor physical impairment. Indeed, the support and relaxation afforded by the water may benefit those with mobility difficulties. Also, the pool is large enough to comfortably fit a birth partner.

You know how much of a relief it is to relax in a hot bath after hard phyical exertion - whether it be sport, or gardening or work - well that is what an Aquabirths pool does for a labouring woman. For over thirty five years women have been using birthing pools for pain relief in labour and birth.

The Aquabirths birthing pool holds a large volume of warm water in which a labouring woman can immerse herself. And unlike conventional baths, there is also plenty of space for movement and to hold a variety of positions.

The Aquabirths pool is designed for the comfort of both the labouring woman and her attendents. It is a round 1.5m (5ft) in diameter, and 73cm (2ft 6 inches) deep providing the volume of water to support the biggest of pregnant bodies and plenty of space for movement or a birth partner. There is also plenty of padding on the base for people inside the pool, and round the edge for attendants. The blues chosen for the pool liners promote the sense of calm and ease that the water evokes.

Current pricing for bookings :

Bradford & West Yorkshire £220

Rest of Yorkshire, Lancashire, Greater Manchester & S. Cumbria - £260* see special offers

The rest of the the North of England, the English Midlands & North Wales / Gog. Cymru £290

Anywhere else in the British mainland £200 plus a courier charge

A local agent would bring these prices down

this includes

- a hire of five weeks;
- delivery and collection included;
- An option to pay in stages by standing order;
- 10% discount for midwives;
- Reduced costs for joint bookings;