Haven Unit Birth Centre 

This new state-of-the art unit will replace the current St Mary's Maternity Unit at Poole Hospital, and will be one of the options for local parents-to-be when considering where to give birth. 

The BEACH Building will offer everything parents need for a smooth journey from pregnancy to birth and beyond. More information about the BEACH, including Q&As and a helpful video, can be found here. 

The Haven Unit Birth Centre is our low-risk, midwife-led birthing suite. It is set in a homely environment and the emphasis is on low-intervention childbirth, and how we can empower you to achieve this.

Mothers and birthing people who are fit and well, have no medical conditions, and have a straightforward pregnancy can choose to give birth in the Haven.

The Haven has six en-suite birth rooms. The environment in the Haven is relaxed and women and birthing people are encouraged to be as active and mobile as possible in labour. Water is a fantastic method of pain relief and there are five birthing pools in the Haven for mothers and birthing people to use, either for pain relief or to birth in as well.

It is a good idea to tell us you would like to use the pool when you phone the Maternity Advice Line (MAL) on 0300 369 0388.  The pools can take 10-15 minutes to fill, so we can get it ready while you are on your way in.

Low risk aids such as birthing balls and mats are freely available on the Haven. In addition, special equipment is available to help mothers and birthing people adopt comfortable positions while in labour.

Maternity Advice Line:

0300 369 0388

Option 1 – clinical advice (24/7 cover)

Option 2 – clerical queries (8am-4pm cover)