Top 5 Birth Pool Accessories You’ll Be Glad You Have

When planning a water birth, most people focus on choosing the right birth pool — but the accessories you have can make just as much difference to your comfort, safety, and overall experience.

Whether you’re hiring or buying a birth pool, here are the top 5 birth pool accessories you’ll be very glad you have on the day.

1. Disposable Birth Pool Liner for Inflatable Pools.

A single-use pool liner for the inflatable pools is one of the most important accessories for hygiene and peace of mind. It creates a barrier between you and the pool itself, making post-birth clean-up easier and ensuring a high level of cleanliness.

Why it matters:

Maintains excellent hygiene

Makes clean-up faster and easier

Essential for hired birth pools

Reduces the need for harsh cleaning chemicals

This is one accessory you should never go without.

2. Clean Fill Hose with Adjustable Nozzle

Filling your birth pool with clean, safe water is a priority. A dedicated clean fill hose ensures your water supply is hygienic and free from contaminants often found in garden hoses.

Why it matters:

Provides safe, clean water

Adjustable nozzle controls water pressure

Makes filling quicker and easier

Helps reach an optimal water level with less effort

3. Thermometer for Accurate Water Temperature

Maintaining the correct water temperature is essential for comfort and safety during labour. A birth pool thermometer allows your support team to monitor the water easily and make adjustments when needed.

Why it matters:

Keeps water at an ideal labour temperature

Prevents water getting too hot or too cool

Supports comfort and relaxation

Essential for non-self-heating pools

Even with self-heating birth pools, a thermometer provides reassurance and accuracy.

4. Water-Powered Siphon System for Draining

After the birth, draining the pool efficiently is something many people don’t think about until the moment arrives. A water-powered siphon or drainage system makes emptying the pool quick, clean, and hands-free. Our syphon systems are silent and drain 600 litres in 10 minutes.

Why it matters:

Saves time and physical effort

More hygienic than manual draining

Reduces mess and spillage

Makes pack-down much easier

This is one of those accessories you’ll be truly thankful for after the birth.

5. Floor & Rim Padding for Comfort and Protection

More of a feature than an accessory, but we can’t help but mention it… Floor and rim padding in our heated, wooden pools, dramatically improves comfort for the birthing person and protects both your body and your home. While being extremely strong, the padding softens everything, cushions knees, arms, and back while also protecting flooring beneath the pool. The padding on the rim make it super comfortable to lean on.

Why it matters:

Supports comfortable positioning

Reduces pressure on joints

Protects your floor from moisture and weight

Adds an extra layer of safety

For longer labours, this feature can make a significant difference.

Bonus Accessories and Features That Make a Big Difference

While the five above are essential, these additional accessories are also incredibly helpful:

Internal seat for rest and upright positioning

Debris net for easily removing waste from the water

Multi-grips for support during contractions

Bed protection pads for after leaving the pool

Air pump for inflatable pools

Our birth pool hire kits include these — which is why full kits are often the most stress-free option.

Our new soft white birth pool kits also offer a few additional free gifts as an extra bonus.
Breast pads, a headlamp, a book and an acrylic mirror.

They’re the ultimate in Birth Pool Kits for hire.

Why Birth Pool Accessories Matter So Much

The right accessories don’t just add convenience — they support:
✅ Hygiene
✅ Safety
✅ Comfort
✅ Ease of setup and pack-up
✅ A calm, supported birth environment

When everything is prepared in advance, your support team can focus fully on you, not on managing equipment.

The Takeaway

Whether you’re hiring an inflatable pool or our unique heated, wooden pools, our birth pool is the heart of your water birth, but it’s the accessories that make the experience truly smooth, safe, and comfortable. From liners and thermometers to siphon systems and padding, these small details make a big impact on the day.

If you’re considering hiring a birth pool, choosing a complete birth pool kit ensures you won’t be left scrambling for essential items at the last minute.

Looking for a complete birth pool hire kit?
Our kits include all essential accessories, full instructions, and phone support throughout your hire period — so you can focus on your birth, not the equipment. 💧

We’ve thought of it all, so you don’t have to.