It is vital to screen women for the suitability to take part in a Hydrobumps course. This is to ensure the safety of yourself, your baby and other mums in the class. Even after your initial screening, you must inform the instructor of any changes to the progress and health of your pregnancy. In some cases participation of classes may still be possible with written consent from your midwife or GP, this will be discussed with you if it applies to you.

If any of the following apply to you please contact your GP and/or Midwife to discuss this before you book as you may not be able to participate in Hydrobumps courses:

  • Cardiac Disease
  • Restrictive Lung Disease
  • Persistent Bleeding in the 2nd and 3rd Trimester
  • Preeclampsia or Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension
  • Previous Preterm Labour
  • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
  • Cervical Cerclage
  • Placenta Prevails After 26 Weeks
  • Preterm Prelabour Rupture of Membranes (PPROM)
  • Smoking During Pregnancy
  • Multiple Pregnancies
  • Thyroid Disorder
  • Raised BMI >40
  • Diabetes or Gestational Diabetes
  • History of Seizures or Epilepsy
  • Anaemia
  • Orthopaedic Limitations
  • Malnutrition or Eating Disorders

WARNING SIGNS TO STOP EXERCISE

IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS OCCUR STOP EXERCISE IMMEDIATELY, INFORM THE INSTRUCTOR WHO WILL ASSIST YOU OUT OF THE POOL AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE FROM YOUR NAMED MIDWIFE.

  • Excessive Shortness of Breath
  • Chest Pain or Palpitations
  • Feeling Faint or Dizziness
  • Painful Uterine Contractions or Peterm Labour
  • Leakage of Amniotic Fluid
  • Vaginal Bleeding
  • Excessive Fatigue
  • Persistent Abdominal Pain
  • Pain In The Back or Pubic Area
  • Reduced Foetal Movements
  • Headaches and/or Visual Disturbances
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Calf Pain or Swelling