Pregnancy & Birth Equipment
Over my 35 years’ experience as a midwife I have learnt which pieces of pregnancy and birthing equipment are really useful. Here are some of the recommended products that I use and love.
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Over my 35 years’ experience as a midwife I have learnt which pieces of pregnancy and birthing equipment are really useful. Here are some of the recommended products that I use and love.
The peanut ball gives a more controlled, multi-directional movement, and with this, increased stability and balance. I have found this to be especially useful for women wanting to use side-lying positions during labour and birth.
Professional grade, size mini or regular.
Evidence shows that the use of water naturally relieves labour pain and encourages mobility.
Comes with inflator pump, underwater pump, hose pipe and tap connector. You will just need to buy a liner, which I can provide.
The holo is an inflatable airbed with a hole in the middle, developed for use in pregnancy to enable women to lie on their tummies. Great for holidays or having a back massage!
Professional grade, size standard.
Evidence shows that the use of water naturally relieves labour pain and encourages mobility.
Comes with inflator pump, underwater pump, hose pipe and tap connector. You will just need to buy a liner, which I can provide.
All of the equipment above can be loaned to any midwifery client free of charge with an agreed time for you to keep them.
These should be returned promptly and in clean working condition, otherwise, I will regretfully need to charge full replacement costs.