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Stage guide

Pregnancy

Bump-stage kit: TENS machines, pelvic floor trainers and what's worth it before the big day.

Labour TENS Machines

Labour TENS machines compared: what the evidence really says, whether to hire or buy, and which units are worth your money.

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Babycare TENS

Babycare Elle TENS 2

The labour TENS to beat: a simple boost button, a genuinely useful contraction timer, and you can hire it.

8.3
Gold StarAround £80

Best for Anyone who wants the most complete labour TENS, whether hiring for one birth or buying to keep.

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TensCare

TensCare Perfect mamaTENS

Three programmes, a boost button and 60 intensity levels for roughly the price of a hire.

7.8
Value StarAround £32

Best for Anyone who would rather own a basic labour TENS than rent one.

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Babycare TENS

Babycare Elle TENS Plus

Labour TENS, everyday TENS and pelvic floor stimulator in one box, at a price.

7.7
Splurge StarAround £100

Best for Buyers who want one device for labour, postnatal aches and, later on, pelvic floor stimulation.

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Boots

Boots TENS Maternity Unit

A basic, well-rated labour TENS you can collect from a Boots store.

7.1
Best high street pickAround £40

Best for Late planners who want a simple unit via Click & Collect rather than waiting for a delivery or hire.

Pelvic Floor Trainers

App-connected and electrical stimulation pelvic floor trainers compared, with honest advice on when a physio should come first.

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Perifit

Perifit Care+

The most engaging biofeedback trainer, with a smaller probe and a genuinely useful trial period.

8.3
Gold StarAround £139

Best for Postnatal parents cleared at their check who want feedback on technique and a reason to keep going.

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TensCare

TensCare itouch Sure

The cheapest credible way to try pelvic floor stimulation, if a physio suggests it.

7.0
Value StarAround £50

Best for Anyone advised to try electrical stimulation who doesn't want to spend £150 or more.

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Kegel8

Kegel8 Ultra 20 V2

The most complete stimulation trainer, with physio-designed programmes including postnatal recovery.

7.2
Best electrical stimulationAround £178

Best for Postnatal parents who struggle to feel or find their pelvic floor, ideally with a physio's blessing.