Heart of England Midwives

Preparing for a waterbirth at home

These short films were made in conjunction with Coventry University as training aids for Community Midwives. You may find them useful if you are preparing for a waterbirth.

Technical note

If it is not already on your computer, you will need to install Quicktime to view these films.

• Preparing a safe environment for the birth pool
• Equipment required for a waterbirth
• Labour started:when to get into the pool
• In the pool
• Preparing safety equipment

Diane and Helen are very experienced in supporting women having a waterbirth.

For more information about the benefits of waterbirth and the considerations when planning a waterbirth please link to the following websites:

• Homebirth reference site
• AIMs
• National Childbirth Trust
• Royal College of Midwives
• Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists