Water Birth Preparation Course
Gain expertise in safe, evidence-based water birth practices for obstetric care. Develop skills in pool preparation, safe entry and exit procedures, continuous monitoring, and emergency management. Enhance abilities in patient counselling, obtaining informed consent, and promoting inclusive communication to support families opting for water labour and delivery.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Water Birth Preparation Course offers practical, evidence-based training to plan and conduct safe water births. Participants learn about eligibility checks, risk evaluation, and pool setup, followed by hands-on practice in entry, exit techniques, and labour positions. The course builds proficiency in monitoring vital signs, handling emergencies, preventing infections, and securing informed consent, enabling confident delivery of a structured three-session group programme.
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Develop skills
- Screen candidates for water birth using clear risk, exclusion, and safety criteria.
- Monitor labour progress in water by tracking fetal heart rate, maternal condition, and responding quickly to changes.
- Manage pool setup and hygiene, including temperature control, cleaning, and equipment handling.
- Guide effective labour positions in water to enhance comfort, progress, and fetal positioning.
- Lead water birth classes, teaching informed consent, emergency protocols, and partner involvement clearly.
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