I used it during early labour and continued with it at the birthing centre too. The batteries lasted well, it definitely helped and was nice and portable. The pads are fairly cheap to replace as well so could use it again or sell it on afterwards.” - Roxyxoxo Elle TENS has been bestowed with numerous prestigious awards, recognizing its exceptional performance and contribution to women's health. Among the accolades received are the "Best Maternity Product" at the Bizzie Baby Awards, the "Top Choice" award from Prima Baby and Pregnancy awards, and the "Innovation of the Year" title at the My Child Excellence Awards. These accolades highlight Elle TENS as the go-to choice for pain relief during labor.

Another vote] for the Boots one, I used it during early labour and continued with it at the birthing centre too. The batteries lasted well, it definitely helped and was nice and portable. The pads are fairly cheap to replace as well so could use it again or sell it on afterwards."(Tried and tested by Mumsnet user Roxyxoxo) Our verdict The Labour TENS should only be used in accordance with the instructions provided and only by the Customer named on the submitted form. Another entry for popular TENS machine brand Elle, this 3-in-1 machine is the ultimate maternity TENS machine for labour and beyond. It has all the usual features of a TENS machine, as well as a contraction timer to help you know what stage of labour you’re in. Elle TENS 2 has been honored with numerous prestigious awards, highlighting its exceptional performance and contribution to women's health. Recognitions include the "Best Maternity Product" at the Mother & Baby Awards, the "Top Choice" award from BabyMaternity Magazine, and the "Innovation of the Year" title at the My Child Excellence Awards. Trust in the proven excellence of Elle TENS 2, celebrated by experts and loved by mothers worldwide.Some hospitals have TENS machines available for labouring mothers to use, but many women prefer to have their own to use at home during early labour and/or the late stages of pregnancy (though it is not recommended before the 37th week). You can also hire a TENS machine for around six weeks at a time from several retailers. Your midwife will not recommend starting TENS if you’re already in established labour. However, if you started using TENS earlier and want to carry on using it, that's fine. You may need to take off the TENS pads if your baby's heart has to bemonitored electronically, because the pads could affect the signals to the monitoring machine.

All of the settings are preset so you don’t need to worry about lots of instructions or programming before you start. The integrated booster button, as the name suggests, gives you a boost of power to use at the start of a contraction. Simply slip the pads on under your maternity leggings and you're good to go. Your Peace of Mind: We have a thorough cleaning process of the units and wires between every hire, using high alcohol disinfectant wipes to BS EN 1276. In addition for your reassurance, with postage and reprocessing time, there is always a time lag of well in excess of 72 hours between hires. The Babycare TENS Elle offers a lot for the price and is the best TENS machine as recommended by mums. It gives you help with pain during and after labour and the breast pads can help give you a boost with lactation too. The contraction timer and log help you keep in control and know how things are progressing. How we chose our recommendations We are pleased to offer the premium Elle Labour TENS machine providing the latest, most effective TENS technology. Elle TENS prioritizes your comfort and support during labour. With its ergonomic design and adjustable settings, this lightweight device seamlessly fits your body contours, ensuring maximum comfort throughout the birthing process. Take control of your pain relief with our user-friendly interface, allowing you to customize settings that suit your unique needs.It is not thought that using TENS in labour has any adverse effects on either you or your baby. You are free to move around while using it and you can use it in conjunction with gas and air. However you must remember it cannot be used if you want to try a birthing pool for pain relief and you can’t use it if you have a cardiac pacemaker.

This lightweight tens device from TensCare is ideal if you’re looking for something that’s low cost and no frills. A survey carried out by Which? found that seven out of 10 women said using a machine relieved labour pain. Mumsnet users also recommend that, if possible, you try a machine before you decide which one to buy or borrow, but this shouldn’t be before the 37th week of pregnancy. Not all machines suit everyone so having a go and getting the settings correctly adjusted before you need it is the best way to ensure it’ll work for you when you’re actually in labour. What are the disadvantages of TENS during labour? If you don't start using a TENS machine right at the beginning of labour, it might not be quite so effective for pain relief. You also can't use it in water if you're planning on a water birth, or using a bath for pain relief. Some women don't like the sensation of a TENS machine, while others don't find it as effective for pain relief as others do. Are TENS machines worth it? Elle TENS 2 is meticulously designed to prioritize your comfort during labour. Its sleek and ergonomic construction ensures a secure and comfortable fit, allowing you to focus on the miracle of childbirth. With intuitive controls, you can easily adjust and personalize your pain relief settings, giving you the power to tailor your experience to your unique needs. Before joining the content team at Mumsnet, Jenny worked as a journalist for newspapers, radio, TV and b2b trades magazines for over a decade. She is also a bestselling sci-fi author (writing as J M Briscoe) and parenting blogger.When you remove the machine is completely up to you. It can be used in conjunction with gas and air to provide effective pain relief, and can be used for the duration of your labour. Often the effectiveness of the TENS machine is only realised once it has been removed. Remember to turn off the boost button again when the contraction has ended. This is so you feel the benefit of the boost next time you have a contraction. TENS machines are fully tested prior to dispatch. However, the liability of the TENS unit shall not exceed the hire charge. I hired an Elle TENS. I recently used it and didn’t need to go past level 5 and it goes up to 15. I got to 6cm at home using it. It helped so much.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user Lelly0503) Elle TENS is highly regarded and recommended by midwives and doulas, trusted professionals who play a crucial role in supporting women during childbirth. These experts recognize the effectiveness of Elle TENS in providing safe and drug-free pain relief during labour. Join the countless mothers who have received the support and guidance of midwives and doulas, and trust in their recommendation of Elle TENS for a positive birth experience.

TENS is most likely to be effective inearly labourthough you may still need other forms ofpain reliefas your labour gets stronger. Experience the unrivaled excellence of Elle TENS, the multi-award-winning Labour TENS machine equipped with Optimax technology. Designed to provide optimal pain relief and comfort during childbirth, Elle TENS has been recognized and celebrated by industry experts worldwide. Trust in the power of Elle TENS to elevate your birthing experience to new heights. We are the only company currently working directly alongside multiple NHS Trusts supplying their home birth hire pools, TENS machines and birth pool kits. Our TENS hire machines are in high demand. Please ensure you book early to avoid disappointment. We recommend approx 2-3 weeks prior to your due date, or if your due date is sooner, select a dispatch date asap. If you book and your due date changes, just let us know & we can adjust your booking for you if a unit is available :) I recently hired the most expensive [Elle TENS] model. Thought the contraction timer was really useful. No idea how it compared to the cheaper one or whether it'd be worth it if buying new, but the hire cost was 100% money well spent in my opinion."(Recommended by Mumsnet user Subordinateclause) Our verdict

The Elle Tens Digital Obstetric TENS using the latest Opti-Max technology. This easy-to-use, TENS offers maximum pain relief during labour and beyond. All the settings are pre-set so there is no fuss in setting up. Although it features a few more buttons and options than the simpler models, the Elle TENS 2 is still easy to use, featuring four programmes and the ever-useful boost button for that extra burst of pain relief. Your midwife will be able to tell you whether the labour ward has TENS machines you can use if you are having a hospital birth. The disadvantage of using the hospital one is that you won’t have tried it first and will only be able to use it in the hospital. However, your midwife may be able to tell you if there are any local lending facilities where you can go along and try one out first. It really depends - some swear by their TENS machine and say that it helps tremendously during labour. Others don't find they make enough meaningful difference to labour pain to be worth it. How does a TENS machine work?