REDDY'S BIRTHING TUBS

Serving the Bay Area and Beyond

Reddy’s Offers the  AquaDoula Birthing and Labor Tub

  WHAT ARE BIRTHING TUBS?

 Birthing Tubs are large portable spa-like tubs especially designed for labor and/or birth at home.

 The tubs are easy to set up in under 20 minutes. No tools are required.

 The tubs are

v     soft yet sturdy

v     deep - to provide buoyancy

v     large -  to comfortably accommodate two adults (mother and helpmate)

v     spacious - for a variety of labor positions.

 After your baby arrives, just drain, clean and repack the tub and call us to pick-up.

 If you wish to enjoy the tub before the baby is born, you will need a second disposable liner to ensure a sanitary tub for delivery. The liners cost $20 each.

WHY USE A TUB IN LABOR?

  Many women are naturally drawn to water, especially during pregnancy and childbirth. Warm water immersion reduces the physical discomforts of labor by providing an atmosphere of deep relaxation, reduced anxiety and pain relief. The buoyancy of water lessens the effects of gravity and increases mobility. The warm water also helps relax the pelvic floor, allowing it to gently stretch, reducing the risk of tissue trauma or the need for episiotomies.

 Birthing tubs have proven to be an effective method of reducing the need for medical intervention and drug intervention during labor.

“Birthing tubs used for labor can make that which seems totally impossible more manageable. The more relaxed you are, the higher your pain threshold.” Bay Area midwife. 

AQUADOULA FEATURES

v     Up to 3 days without replacing the water

v     temperature controlled by a thermostat, which monitors the two wall heaters for a safe and consistent temperature

v     floating thermometer included to accurately determine the water temperature

v     heating system designed to maintain the desired water temperature, although some temperature rise will occur with the cover in place

v     sturdy support - the tubs are designed to take the weight of people leaning on the sides.

v     ample size accommodates 2 to 3 adults with easy access

v     filling takes 40-60 minutes

v     for more detailed description and pictures, please see www.aquadoula.com

SANITIZATION POLICY

 Reddy’s tubs are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized between rentals. We provide disposable liners with the AquaDoula. After use, the liner is easily removed and disposed of by the client.

 When the tubs are returned, they are sterilized with germicidal detergent before being shipped to the next family.

 To avoid contamination, each client provides their own fresh, clean garden hose for filling and draining.

  FEES AND SERVICES

b    Self-Service Rental - $225 plus tax - you pick up and drop off the tub yourself (from our Fairfax address).

b    Full-Service Rental - $ 275 plus tax includes delivery, set up and pick up.

An extra liner (for use before labor) is $20 plus tax If you return the additional liner unopened, you will be refunded for the liner.

The rental period is 2-3 weeks before the due date until 1 week after the birth.

RENTAL POLICY

Reservations, Refunds and Security Deposit

 The tub will be delivered to your home, or picked up by you 2-3 weeks before your due date.  To receive the rental agreement, you can call us toll-free at 1-888-873-7237 and leave your name, due date and email address. You can also email us at This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it .

The reservation is confirmed on the receipt of the signed rental contract, payment for the birthing tub and the security deposit. (Payment can be made by credit card for an additional $10).

 We ask for a  $250 security deposit made out on a separate check and postdated 2 weeks after your due date. This will be returned when the birthing tub is returned, inspected and found to be clean and in a satisfactory working condition. The check will be returned within 14 days.

 We recommend reserving your tub as soon as you decide to use one. Tubs are in high demand – it’s reassuring not to worry about tub availability as your due date draws near.

 
THE SMALL PRINT

 Rental reservations are confirmed with a signed AquaDoula Rental Contract prior to delivery. All AD rentals are delivered prepaid.

 Cancellation for tubs will be refunded less a $75 non refundable portion only if cancellation is received 3 weeks prior to the tub’s delivery date.

 In the event that the baby arrives before the tub is delivered, the client is responsible for a $75 non-refundable portion of the rental fee as well as the delivery charges. Please let us know as soon as possible if this happens to avoid unnecessary expenses.

 Once the tub is received no refunds will be issued for any circumstances. These include: tub not used; complications of pregnancy; practitioner of hospital does not allow use of the tub; tub was used and returned within a short period of time; fill hose couldn’t be connected to plumbing; tub leaked due to faulty set-up; etc.

 The renter agrees to pay the replacement cost and loss of use of any part or equipment which is directly damaged by misuse or negligent handling while in their possession, or not returned with a month of the due date; this financial liability may be up to $1300. This could result from incorrect installation, repositioning the tub after set-up, puncturing or ripping the tub's permanent liner; running the heating unit dry; dropping or cracking the drain pump and damage or loss of provided supplies.

 In the event of possible damage, renter agrees to contact us immediately. This allows us the opportunity to assess the damage and to order replacement parts if needed.

 The security deposit will be refunded in full within 14 days of receiving the complete, clean undamaged birthing tub with all accessories. The replacement cost of any damaged equipment or necessary additional cleaning of the tub will be billed against renter’s deposit, and an invoice itemizing these charges will be mailed to the renter.

In the event of severe damage to the tub itself, an invoice for additional payment will be sent.

 Your rental period ends one week after the birth of your baby.

 Reddy’s and affiliated manufacturers are not responsible or liable for maternal or infant complications or injury connected with the use of the birthing tub that may occur before, during or after the labor or birth.

 SOME RESEARCH

 "Reports reveal that when women float and move freely in a birth pool, their need is reduced for drugs to stimulate uterine activity and for pain relief (and hence the risks of anesthesia); they are less likely to have a bad tear or episiotomy, the rates of intact perinaeum are increased and fewer forceps deliveries and cesarean sections are performed.”

 Kitzinger S. Letter from England: Is waterbirth dangerous?  Birth  1995  22:3  172-3 

"Blood pressure can be reduced within minutes by immersion in warm water." 

Rosenthal M.  Water immersion in labor and birth.  Female Patient  1991  16:35-47 

"Warm water immersion has been shown to decrease edema and increase diuresis." 

Katz V., Ryder R., Cefalo R., Carmichael S., Goolsby R.

“ A comparison of bedrest and immersion for treating the edema of pregnancy.”