Welcome to Waterbirth!

For your birth, consider utilizing the relaxing qualities of water! Dubbed the "Midwives Epidural", water has long been used for its pain relieving properties.
While you are more than welcome to use your own bathtub or spa, I have several wonderful tubs which I rent to clients desiring  a waterbirth:
Lovely, two person, jetted, "Theraspa." (22in deep, 48in internal diameter)            Rental cost:   $400.00
        Pros                                                             Cons
*Easily Accomadates Two.                             *Takes up more floor space.
*Four jets for extra relaxation.                         *Must reserve spa in advance.
*Water is filtered, no chemicals needed.            *Reservations only for 2 wks.
*Can be set up days ahead of time.                   *Most expensive option.
*Has lid with locks to keep out kids/pets.          *You won't want to return it!
*Self heating, keeps temperature even.
*Sturdy construction, good support.
*Soft foam walls.
*Plugs into any normal outlet.
*Can be used indoors or outdoors!

Price includes:delivery, set up, hose & adapter for filling/draining, & pick-up.
Large, "AquaDoula", self-heating, 2 person tub (24in deep, 60in internal diameter)                    Rental Cost: $250.00
          Pros                                             Cons
*Largest model available                   *Possible hazard for kids/pets-filled
*Easy set-up/take down , cleaning     *Large floor space necessary
*Easily accomadates 2 or more.        *Flimsy lid for top of tub
*No Chemicals needed                     *Must be reserved in advance
*Can be unassembled until needed     *Not made for outdoors
*Self-heating for less work!              *No jets, filter in this model.
*Sterile plastic liner included.
*May be filled days ahead of time.
*Sturdy foam walls         
 
Price Includes:Delivery, set-up, hose & adapter for filling, pump for draining, plastic liner and pick-up..
Cozy, one person, inflatable "La Bassine", from Made in the Water (22in deep, 32in wi. x 46in long)       Rental Cost:  $75.00 (free for my clients!)
            Pros                                            Cons
*Comfortably Accomadates One.               *Must be filled when labor begins.
*Vertical air chambers provide support.       *May be a hazard for pets/kids.
*Long, oval design cradles the mother.        *Must be reserved.**
*Built in handles aid in changing positons.    *Not recommended for outdoors.
*Plenty of leg room, even for tall mothers.   *Partner cannot join you in tub.
*Clear walls for easy family viewing.           *More difficult to maintain temp.
*Padded bottom layer.
*Easy to set-up/take down & clean.
*Comes in a handy carrying case.
*Takes up less floor space than most.       
*Soothing blue color.                 

Price includes: Delivery, automatic air pump, hose & adapter for filling and draining, protective liner for tub, and pick-up.       
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Jessica Nipp, Certified Professional Midwife
(719) 661-9028
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