Birth / Labour Pools

Research shows that use of a birth pool is one of the most effective forms of pain relief during labour, second only to epidural anesthesia. Use of a pool does not mean you have to have a water birth - you can be immersed during labour and then get out of the pool when it is time to push. Research shows birth pools as distinct (and superior!) to a bath tub - birth pools offer greater pain relief as they are less cramped and allow more movement for the birthing person.

Our pools can be rented by anyone in Nova Scotia, Canada. The IWK Hospital in Halifax, NS, supports water birth. Not all medical professionals have training in it, so if it your desire to give birth in the water, it is important to discuss with your care provider ahead of time. Other hospitals in NS do not yet support water birth (but we are advocating for change!) If you are under the care of midwives, they can support home water births.

Kit Includes Everything You Need:

  • Pool

  • Sterile Single-Use Liner

  • Air pump

  • Water Pump

  • Clean Water Hose

  • Dirty Water Hose

  • Tap to Hose Adapter

  • Wrench/Plumbing Tape/Gripper/Elastic Band

  • Thermometer

  • Net

  • Waterproof Flash Light

  • Mirror

Rental cost is $175+ HST

You must pick up the pool from North End Halifax at 38 weeks of pregnancy, and return it within a week of your birth. The sterile liner and net are to be disposed of by you, and we take care of sterilizing the rest of the kit once you return it.