Today 50% of their customers are recommended by midwives that are passionate about natural birth and 25% are being recommended by friends who successfully used La Bassine.

At Made in Water they know about the construction of inflatable pools. They put La Bassine through exhaustive testing in order to guarantee that the maximum quality and highest standards were met. Standards we felt appropriate for such an occasion.

The main issue when using an inflatable pool is the risk of puncture. La Bassine is made in very resistant and durable phthalates free vinyl. Common sense precautions will usually prevent accidents from happening; keep scissors and any sharp objects away from the pool. Ensure that the floor beneath the pool is free from sharp edges and nails. And of course ensure your floor will support the weight of the pool when filled with water. If sitting the pool on a wooden floor we recommend using a protective blanket or a rug. The major advantage of La Bassine is its I-Beams construction, which will prevent any flooding in case of puncture. Even when deflated the water stays inside the pool, which is held by the upright I-Beams structure.

Made in Water are aware that midwives have become concerned by the use of inflatable children's paddling pool for waterbirth and the increasingly common assumption that any inflatable can be used. With the introduction of La Bassine we aim to deliver peace of mind to both mothers and midwives alike.

Inflatable walls and floor provide a very good cushioning and will ensure all the comfort needed in all position during labour and birth. The inflatable floor is 7cm (3") thick. This layer of air provides excellent support much appreciated when kneeling down.
Because La Bassine is, a unique product made from experience it is much more comfortable than any other birthing pool. You won’t need extra padding to place beneath the pool.

Our pool holds about 450L (110 gallons) of water at 80% full which weight around 450kg (1000 pounds). This is about the same as 6 to 9 people standing together.

La Bassine as a max depth of 23”. An internal depth of 26". The recommended water level should be between 18” to 20”.

La Bassine has a suitable external height to comfortably get in and out without the need of a plastic stool.We can only say that a birthing pool should never be so high that you need to play the acrobat on the slippery plastic stool to get in and out in the middle of your labour.

Use the bigger nozzle that you have on your pump and plug it into the big black valve on the side of your pool.
Inflate until all wrinkles are gone but make sure you don't over inflate as it will damage the pool. You will have plenty of time to add more pressure later if needed. There is no particular order to inflate the walls or the floor first.

La Bassine is a brand new birthing pool and therefore present no risk of cross contamination. We recommend cleaning your pool with a Milton solution readily available from any supermarket store at the start of your labour.

The best way to clean your pool is by using cleaning wipes (Dettol anti-bacterial surface cleaning wipes) found in any superstore. The upright walls and its compactness make the cleaning and drying very easy, avoiding bacteria to fester in inaccessible damp space. Make sure the pool is completely dry before you store it back in its bag.

How do I fill the birthing pool?

Inflatable birthing pool provides a better insulation than rigid birthing pool and keeps the water warm longer.
The delivery room should always be at least 25-28°C (77-82°F) to ensure the thermal protection of the newborn. In a room at 25°C, the temperature of the water will drop by less than a 1°C per hour. Therefore we do not think the use of a heat retention cover necessary. Kettles of hot water provide a quick way to increase the temperature in the pool should it start to cool off.

Ideally you should enter the pool only when you are in the second part of your labour. This is when 'La Bassine' would be used at its best. Studies have shown that women enter in the pool at 5 centimetres or after are more likely to experience a shorter labour and a reduced need for epidural analgesia.

There are many positions that can be tried during the first stage of your labour that will help you to be patient enough and enter the pool at the right time.

RETURN: Unlike any other inflatable, La Bassine is made in small batches allowing every single pool to be fully inflated for 24h before leaving the manufacture. This procedure reduces greatly the number of faulty product.
However, do test inflate your pool upon reception to ensure there are no manufacturing defects. If you believe your pool is faulty you must send it back to Made in Water Ltd at the above address. You can use Royal Mail (appx £8) or go to www.interparcel.co.uk (appx £10) to book the collection of your pool online.
Upon recept Made in Water Ltd will inspect your claim and in the event of a defect will refund the postage (£9.95) by cheque and repair or replace the pool, as its option.

This warranty does not cover; punctures, cuts and abrasions sustained in careless uses or improper storage.

Over inflation is a major cause of leaks. Do not inflate with a compressor or high pressure pump. Inflating this item to full hardness can damage the seals.

Note that we must be notified of damaged goods within 7 days of receipt, no repair or replacement will be accepted after this period.

What if I can't use the pool for labour?
Unless the reason is through the fault of Made in Water, refund can only be offered within 7 days of reception.