Midwifery Unit Birth Pools

‘Stroud Maternity Matters’ circulate Birth Pools through the District to give women more choices and control when planning their births.

The scheme is free to use and saves money for families who cannot afford to buy a pool at such an expensive time. We would love to buy 2 new pools to replace some of the very tired ones we have. If Stroud Maternity Unit is close to your heart then this is a great way to say ‘thank-you’ and show you care!

Research shows that waterbirth holds several potential benefits for mothers including lower pain scores, less use of pain medication, less use of artificial oxytocin, shorter labours, a higher rate of normal vaginal birth, a higher rate of intact perineum, less use of episiotomy, and greater satisfaction with the birth.

Help us to help mothers to be have more choice and control over their experiences- sponsor a pool today! All amounts gratefully received. Please share widely.