Warm water immersion in labor is widely known to ease the pain of labor, promote relaxation, and provide newborns a gentler transition into the world. I have used labor and birth tubs for over twelve years, and find them extremely beneficial to reducing the emotional and physical discomforts of labor. When I used the tub for the birth of my second child, I was finally able to feel what I had been watching mothers experience as they eased their birthing bodies into the deep, warm water. We call it the "Ahhh effect" and I was thankful for it during that birth. The immediate sense of relief and the realization that yes, I can continue to birth my baby, tends to be a universal reaction to the water.

My portable tubs are compact, easy to set up, and come with all needed supplies for use in a home, hospital, or birth center. The fee is $230.00 and includes all supplies and 24-hour phone support. We clean and pick up the tubs for homebirth families. Hospital and birth center families are responsible for cleaning of their tubs (pumps, instructions and all needed supplies are provided). If I attend your birth, I will clean and care for the tub regardless of the birth site.

Birthing tubs are included with doula service.

What warm water immersion in labor may provide:
Pain reduction Relaxation Freedom of movement Reduced cesareans Intact perineums Lower stress hormones	Increased labor hormones Shorter labors Decreased swelling Reduced blood pressure Increased sense of intimacy with partner Greater sense of privacy Water Capacity: 175 gallons 4-1/2 feet diameter 2 feet depth