Birth Tub Rental
Heated birth tub rental for your home waterbirth.
Self set up and self clean up birth tubs
Frequently asked tub questions
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The birth tub can be set up in any space. It can be used in an apartment, second story, bedroom, living room, where ever you are most comfortable.
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The tub is filled direclty from your shower. The rental comes with all the equipment needed to fill the tub and break it down. You will be provided with hoses that have connecting adapters to attach to your shower to fill from there.
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We will review set up and break down in depth together, but set up is quite simple. You will also have step by step instructions provided and I am available for any questions along the way.
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The tub is about 5 feet round and 25 inches deep. You can comfortably fit 2 people and easily move into different positions. With it’s depth, you will find relief of having your belly submerged in water in any position.
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We will coordinate taking the tub home with you in your last weeks of pregnancy so you have it available for when ever your baby is ready. It should be returned within 48 hours after your birth.
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Water birth has many benefits! Some studies show water birth reduces discomfort during labor, which can aide in lower interventions and higher experience satisfaction. Studies also show water birth reduces significance of vaginal tearing, episiotomy rate and even shorter labor duration. You are also able to more comfortably be in various positions in the water.