Still Haven't Ordered My Birth Pool - Page 2

[loribain]

Originally Posted by swimming-duck 

The birth pool that I'd decided on is out of stock everywhere online and has been since beginning of March. One site says they'll be available in March, but it's nearly the end of March now. Another site says they'll be available April 1st. I'm 26 weeks now. Am I cutting it too close to wait on this pool? The one I decided on is the Aquaborn Eco Pool. I like it because it's a bit deeper than some others. But now I'm wondering if I should just get something else so that I've got a pool on the way. Anyone have any insight as to why this particular pool is unavailable everywhere right now (at least everywhere that I know to look)? I've been to yourwaterbirth.com and waterbirthsolutionsstore.com. If there are other places to buy online, I'm unaware of them. What do you guys think?

Doesn't look like anyone actually answered you, I don't think your cutting it too close, but perhaps have a backup kiddie pool on hand.

I used a La Bassine and LOVED IT!  I don't even remember it having handles, because the entire time I was leaned over the side.  I do wish I would have used a liner, DH threw out the pool because it was "too yucky" to clean. 

As for keeping the water warm, I didn't have an issue at all.  I had DH blow up the pool in the morning (about 12 hours before I actually got in) when I just knew it was time to get ready (no contractions, just knew).  He filled it up and had hot water on hand.  We also had a hose (made for drinking water) attached to the bathroom sink, so it was filled up with warm water.  I'm not sure of the exact details of how long the water was in the pool, and when he added more hot water, I was a little too busy.  But the temp was perfect when I got in.  In a few short minutes my DS was born.  Wish I would have gone into the water soon, it's a huge difference than being out of the water.  I was totally relaxed once I got in the water.  The water level was perfect for me and i'm 5'6".  The padding on the bottom was also perfect, who ever thought of that, THANK YOU!  It was easy to get in and out. 

Another reason I got this pool is for the materials.  But come to think of it, if you put a liner in a pool what does it matter what the pool itself is made of, since the water is in the liner not the pool.  Also the liner looks like it goes right over the inside handles (not sure about the outside) so for anyone who wants to use the handles this might not be a good thing.

We had an electric pump to get the water out, we did buy a fish net just to clean it, but like I said that just didn't happen. 

I felt like the size was perfect, not too big or too small.  I was EXTREMELY sensitive while in the water, so even DH grazing the water was too much for me.  Thankfully I didn't have to deal with a midwife or anyone else trying to check me out during the process, I was able to just be with it and turn the whole world out, I do believe that is why the experience was so easy and amazing for me. 

I def recommend testing the pool for leaks once you get it.  Having even a small leak will make a huge difference.  The walls on the La Bassine are strong and help up to me leaning over the side, no water came out during the process.  So if you get a kiddie pool be sure to test all sorts of positions to see if it holds up.

I've read about some people giving birth in a regular tub, and I feel the only way I would do that is if I padded the tub - not even sure how to do that, having the cushioning from the inflatable pool was just so perfect, there was no pressure on my body from the pool, or floor...  It really does make a difference.

I was squated on my feet facing outside the pool with my head and arms drapped over.  It was so comfortable. 

Next time I will def get this pool again, and use it with a liner!

Good luck mammas!

[swimming-duck]

Originally Posted by kawa kamuri 

I spent a good few hours with my face planted into and my entire upper body weight on the sides of the fishy pool. Almost every moment I was in it - with the exception of pushing and the actual birth - I was being supported by the sides. Right before pushing I had the most fantastic lull in which I drifted to sleep, but when that next contraction hit I grabbed the sides of the pool and (so I hear) sort of pushed forcefully outward with no ill effects on the pool. So yes, I think it's very sturdy. No complaints there at all. 

I think the big, green AB is totally unappealing based on looks. 

Thanks for that feedback. I guess I'm nervous because I am heavier and I'm nervous that if this big girl leans on the sides of a fishy pool all of the water is going to come rushing out of the pool!

And lol about the AB's looks. I love green and am not a big blue person so the AB is more appealing to me in color than the La Bassine!

Originally Posted by Mamatoabunch 

Can you put the pool in another room. Mine has been wedged on top of a tv, dresser, play yard.
 

That's a nice thought but no. There really is no other spot in the house for it. Our house is so cramped because we gave so much of our space to the daycare for now. We have pretty little rooms and they're all crammed with stuff. The only place it might possibly fit would be the basement and it would never actually fit down the basement stairs if it was all blown up!

Originally Posted by loribain 

Doesn't look like anyone actually answered you, I don't think your cutting it too close, but perhaps have a backup kiddie pool on hand.

I used a La Bassine and LOVED IT!  I don't even remember it having handles, because the entire time I was leaned over the side.  I do wish I would have used a liner, DH threw out the pool because it was "too yucky" to clean. 

As for keeping the water warm, I didn't have an issue at all.  I had DH blow up the pool in the morning (about 12 hours before I actually got in) when I just knew it was time to get ready (no contractions, just knew).  He filled it up and had hot water on hand.  We also had a hose (made for drinking water) attached to the bathroom sink, so it was filled up with warm water.  I'm not sure of the exact details of how long the water was in the pool, and when he added more hot water, I was a little too busy.  But the temp was perfect when I got in.  In a few short minutes my DS was born.  Wish I would have gone into the water soon, it's a huge difference than being out of the water.  I was totally relaxed once I got in the water.  The water level was perfect for me and i'm 5'6".  The padding on the bottom was also perfect, who ever thought of that, THANK YOU!  It was easy to get in and out. 

Another reason I got this pool is for the materials.  But come to think of it, if you put a liner in a pool what does it matter what the pool itself is made of, since the water is in the liner not the pool.  Also the liner looks like it goes right over the inside handles (not sure about the outside) so for anyone who wants to use the handles this might not be a good thing.

We had an electric pump to get the water out, we did buy a fish net just to clean it, but like I said that just didn't happen. 

I felt like the size was perfect, not too big or too small.  I was EXTREMELY sensitive while in the water, so even DH grazing the water was too much for me.  Thankfully I didn't have to deal with a midwife or anyone else trying to check me out during the process, I was able to just be with it and turn the whole world out, I do believe that is why the experience was so easy and amazing for me. 

I def recommend testing the pool for leaks once you get it.  Having even a small leak will make a huge difference.  The walls on the La Bassine are strong and help up to me leaning over the side, no water came out during the process.  So if you get a kiddie pool be sure to test all sorts of positions to see if it holds up.

I've read about some people giving birth in a regular tub, and I feel the only way I would do that is if I padded the tub - not even sure how to do that, having the cushioning from the inflatable pool was just so perfect, there was no pressure on my body from the pool, or floor...  It really does make a difference.

I was squated on my feet facing outside the pool with my head and arms drapped over.  It was so comfortable. 

Next time I will def get this pool again, and use it with a liner!

Good luck mammas!

Thanks for the feedback. I was planning on not getting a liner, but perhaps it would make life easier on hubby who will very likely get stuck with the task of cleaning up. I admit that I want to have a lot of children, so knowing that I could get a liner and then pack this pool away for the next time and possibly get several more uses out of it makes the $$ seem a bit better. The La Bassine also looks like a very nice tub. The main reason I considered Aquaborn instead is that it goes a little bit deeper and I thought I would like that. 

So did you get one of those kits that you can purchase that comes with all of the accessories or did you just get the pump and the fish net? I saw a kit that comes with the hose, faucet adaptor, fish net, pump, and some other things (I can't remember off the top of my head). I'm trying to decide if it's better to spend an additional $$ for a kit or just buy the extra things on my own.

Gah - so many decisions!

[loribain]

Originally Posted by swimming-duck 

Thanks for that feedback. I guess I'm nervous because I am heavier and I'm nervous that if this big girl leans on the sides of a fishy pool all of the water is going to come rushing out of the pool!

And lol about the AB's looks. I love green and am not a big blue person so the AB is more appealing to me in color than the La Bassine!

That's a nice thought but no. There really is no other spot in the house for it. Our house is so cramped because we gave so much of our space to the daycare for now. We have pretty little rooms and they're all crammed with stuff. The only place it might possibly fit would be the basement and it would never actually fit down the basement stairs if it was all blown up!

Thanks for the feedback. I was planning on not getting a liner, but perhaps it would make life easier on hubby who will very likely get stuck with the task of cleaning up. I admit that I want to have a lot of children, so knowing that I could get a liner and then pack this pool away for the next time and possibly get several more uses out of it makes the $$ seem a bit better. The La Bassine also looks like a very nice tub. The main reason I considered Aquaborn instead is that it goes a little bit deeper and I thought I would like that. 

So did you get one of those kits that you can purchase that comes with all of the accessories or did you just get the pump and the fish net? I saw a kit that comes with the hose, faucet adaptor, fish net, pump, and some other things (I can't remember off the top of my head). I'm trying to decide if it's better to spend an additional $$ for a kit or just buy the extra things on my own.

Gah - so many decisions!

I did some research and just wound up buying the kit, just easier to get it all in one place, plus it wasn't so easy to find a food grade hose and know what adaptors I needed.  Just took out all the guesswork.

Deeper might be good, not sure, I do remember that I was happy on how easy it was to get out of the tub without help - really didn't want anyone touching me - too sensitive (baby was out and placenta was still in when I got out of the tub).  It also felt like a perfect height because when I was on my knees it was the right height for me to drape over the side, also when I was squatting facing outward.  Being that I had a good experience with my tub I'm def going to buy it again when the time comes - plus liners. lol. 

Not sure if that helps, I think no matter what pool it is, if you enjoy being in the water, and I do, especially during the birth, then you can't really go wrong with any of these.

[Mamatoabunch]

I am a bigger mama too. I was totally covered and the pool supported me very well. I have never used the liner. I know it would annoy me, possibly shifting and such. My concerns w/ the kit is the adapter will not fill all sink/faucet configurations.