Choosing where to give birth is one of the first big decisions of pregnancy - and in a smaller, rural community like Nelson, it can feel like there are different considerations. Let's walk through your hospital and home birth options together, so you can decide what feels right for you and your family.

Rent a White Birth Pool, TENS Machine, Birth Ball & Peanut Ball Set, or The Birth Sling in Nelson, BC and the West Kootenays. Clear pricing, hospital-grade cleaning, and local-delivery available. Rentals available to everyone - with discounts for birth support clients.

Preparing for a home birth? Download this doula-approved home birth essentials checklist with practical items, comfort tools, and trusted product recommendations.

Eco home birth essentials in Canada, including low-plastic, reusable and doula-recommended products for labour, birth, and postpartum care.