Maya – Labour & Birthing Simulator

Product overview

Maya – Labour & Birthing Simulator (Light Skin Tone)

Overview

Maya is an automated birthing simulator designed to teach the key fundamentals of labour, birth and postpartum care. Combining the simplicity and portability of a task trainer with the realism and scenario-based learning of a full-body simulator, Maya enables educators to deliver high-quality obstetric training without the complexity of traditional simulation systems.

Controlled through an intuitive app, Maya allows educators and learners to set up and run realistic birthing scenarios in minutes. Automated births provide a consistent training experience from the first learner to the last, while rapid reset times maximise hands-on practice and skills acquisition.

Whether used for undergraduate teaching, competency assessment, self-directed learning or multidisciplinary team training, Maya provides a flexible and accessible solution for obstetric simulation.

Automated Birth Simulation

Deliver realistic and repeatable birthing scenarios at the touch of a button. Automated foetal descent and delivery reduce facilitator workload while ensuring a consistent learning experience for every participant.

App-Controlled Scenario Management

Configure and control scenarios through a simple, user friendly app. Adjust labour progression, foetal position and birthing complications in seconds.

Vaginal Examination Training

Develop confidence in assessing:

Cervical dilation
Foetal station
Presentation
Position

The app allows educators to rapidly change examination findings, enabling learners to experience a wide range of clinical presentations.

Normal & Emergency Obstetric Scenarios

Train learners in the recognition and management of:

Normal vaginal birth
Vaginal breech birth
Shoulder dystocia
Assisted vaginal birth (forceps and vacuum)
Third stage of labour complications
Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH)

Quantitative Blood Loss Measurement

Integrated with the Clean Bleed® Mat, Maya enables realistic postpartum haemorrhage scenarios with up to 2.5 litres of simulated blood loss, supporting quantitative blood loss (QBL) training and assessment.

Designed for Independent Learning

Maya's intuitive setup and automated functionality allow learners to practise independently, reducing reliance on facilitators and increasing access to simulation-based education.

Skills and Procedures

Maya supports training and assessment in:

Normal vaginal birth
Vaginal breech birth
Shoulder dystocia management
Assisted vaginal birth
Vaginal examination
Labour progression assessment
Third stage management
Fundal massage
Retained placenta management
Quantitative blood loss measurement
Postpartum haemorrhage management
Urinary catheterisation
Intramuscular injection
Communication skills
Teamworking and escalation

Why Choose Maya?

Consistent Training Outcomes

Automated births provide reliable and repeatable scenarios that deliver the same high-quality experience throughout teaching sessions.

Increased Hands-On Practice

Rapid reset times allow more repetitions per learner, supporting deliberate practice and competency development.

Reduced Facilitator Burden

Educators can focus on teaching and feedback rather than manually controlling deliveries or managing complex simulator systems.

No Complicated Set-up

Simple setup and intuitive operation enable Maya to be used effectively by educators and learners straight out of the box.

Portable & Flexible

Maya can be used in skills laboratories, classrooms, simulation centres and clinical environments, making high-quality obstetric training more accessible than ever.

The Missing Link in Obstetric Simulation

Traditional task trainers often focus on isolated skills, while full-body simulators can be costly, complex and resource-intensive.

Maya bridges this gap by delivering realistic labour and birth simulation in a compact, accessible platform that supports both focused skills training and immersive obstetric scenarios.

From first exposure to labour management through to emergency obstetric training, Maya helps learners build competence, confidence and clinical readiness.

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Features

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Highlights

Automated highly realistic birthing – Cephalic & Breech
Various birthing positions with attachable lower legs
Automated vaginal examination with four presenting parts and dilation of 4-10cm
Programmable birthing scenarios for obstetric emergencies including shoulder dystocia & assisted vaginal birth
Realistic baby boy with spinal flexion and correct palpable landmarks (Clavicles, scapula, Suture lines and fontanelles) & fully articulating arms & legs
Magnetic placental piece for retained placenta

Realism

Simulates various birthing scenarios, including, breach, shoulder dystocia, and assisted vaginal birth
Built in Clean Bleed Mat replicates PPH blood loss for QBL calculation

Versatility

8 hour battery life, or can be powered directly from the mains
Pre-set birthing scenarios using the app to run an automated birth
Taking minutes to reset and minimal manual intervention between procedures, Maya is ideal for repeated use

Anatomy

Female lower body, mid-chest to thighs, with detachable lower legs
Baby with placenta and umbilical cord

Simulated Patient

Designed for use with a simulated patient for patient-practitioner communication skills

Cleaning

Wipe off excess lubricant from Maya and baby surfaces
Clean the product with a soft damp cloth, warm water and mild detergent
Allow the manikin and components to dry before storing

Safety

This product is latex free
Ensure baby and cervix are well lubricated. Unlubricated surfaces can stick together, damaging the trainer, reducing its lifespan, and may void your product warranty
Wear gloves when handling the trainer and remove any sharp objects, sharp edges can lead to silicone damage
Always lift the Maya trainer by the carrier handles
Contains electronics. Do not submerge the Maya unit in water

Skills

Skills Gained

Types of birth:
- Normal delivery
- Vaginal breech
- Shoulder dystocia
- Vaginal assisted, inc. forceps and vacuum devices
Vaginal examination, inc. station, dilation, presentation & position of foetus
Fundal massage
Delivery of placenta
Removal of retained placenta piece
Quantitative measurement of blood loss (QBL)
Urinary catheter placement
IM injection
Patient communication (when used in conjunction with a simulated patient)
Teamwork

Ataş et al. (2026)
Postpartum haemorrhage remains one of the leading causes of maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide. Effective recognition and intervention depend heavily on practical skills, decision-making, and team coordination.
Key findings:
• Simulation increased midwives' confidence in managing PPH
• Participants reported improved clinical awareness and preparedness
• Realistic scenarios helped learners recognise deterioration and practise escalation pathways
• Teamworking and communication skills improved alongside technical competencies
Application to Maya:
Supports use of realistic maternal simulators for:
• Recognition of excessive blood loss
• Assessment following delivery
• Emergency response workflows
• Team-based obstetric emergency training

Wu et al., Frontiers in Medicine (2024)
This study examined simulation training designed around maternity care scenarios encountered by practising midwives.
Key findings:
• Significant improvements in critical thinking
• Improved communication and teamwork
• Better situational awareness during labour and delivery scenarios
• Increased confidence in managing complex clinical situations
Application to Maya:
Directly supports simulation scenarios involving:
• Labour progression assessment
• Birth management
• Escalation of concerns
• Collaborative decision-making during delivery

Bhatia et al. (2025)
Many maternity emergencies require coordinated action from multiple professionals rather than individual technical competence alone.
Key findings from 40 studies:
• Improved emergency response performance
• Enhanced communication between midwives, obstetricians and neonatal teams
• Better teamwork during high-acuity events
• Consistent improvements in learner preparedness
Application to Maya:
Supports multidisciplinary training for:
• Shoulder dystocia
• Maternal collapse
• Emergency delivery
• Postpartum haemorrhage
• Escalation and handover skills

Raeymaekers et al., Cureus (2026)
Evaluates not just learner outcomes, but patient outcomes.
Key findings:
• Improved obstetric emergency performance
• Better neonatal resuscitation performance
• Improved team functioning
• Associated reductions in adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes
Application to Maya:
Provides high-level evidence supporting investment in maternity simulation programmes generally, particularly where birth management and emergency response are key learning objectives.

Guérin Benz et al. (2024)
Modern midwifery education extends beyond procedural competence to include communication, dignity, and patient-centred care.
Key findings:
• Improved clinical knowledge
• Improved emergency care skills
• Enhanced respectful maternity care practices
• Positive learner engagement
Application to Maya:
Supports training objectives that combine:
• Technical examination skills
• Communication with birthing people
• Consent and dignity considerations
• Human factors training

Maya	Other Birthing/Obstetric Simulators on the Market
Easy set up	Complex set up
Low maintenance	Higher maintenance
Designed for use with a simulated patient	Full body manikins offer little to no opportunity for practitioner/patient interaction
Includes tech-based tools for customisation and automation of labour	Reliant on manual control of labour
Full articulated legs for realistic birthing scenarios	Minimal or upper thighs only, supporting a range of birthing scenarios
Offers complete and partial delivery of the placenta	Add-on required for placental delivery, or complete delivery only
PPH included using Clean Bleed^® technology	PPH not supported or requires purchase of an additional module
Focus on birthing skills associated with stages 1-3 of labour and managing PPH	Focus on managing obstetric emergencies and complications that occur during the birthing process
Detachable legs make the task trainer easy to relocate, and ensure suitability in most settings	Full body manikins are suited to long-term placement in training areas

Curriculum

Curriculum references and learning areas listed for this product. Edition dates are retained from the supplier’s references.

Undergraduate Midwifery UK

Standard for pre-registration modwifery education. Referencing: Normal delivery (lead carer in normal pregnancies), Breech (actuve participation with breech deliveries), Operative deliveries (contributing to providing support to women when their pregnancies are in difficulty), PPH (managing post-partum haemorrhage), Intramuscular injections (safely administer a range of permitted drugs).

Postgraduate UK Specialist Training ST1-5 Core Module 8

RCOG Core Module 8: Antenatal Care. Normal delivery: Physiology and management of normal childbirth, including delivery outside specialist unit.

Postgraduate UK Specialist Training ST1-5 Core Module 10

RCOG Core Module 10: Management of Labour. Demonstrate knowledge, skills and attitudes in relation to labour. Mechanisms of normal labour and delivery. Management of the breech in labour (excluding delivery). Causes and management of foetal compromise including cord prolapse and intra-uterine foetal death.

Postgraduate UK Specialist Training ST1-5 Core Module 11

RCOG Core Module 11: Management of delivery. Management of normal vaginal delivery. Management of operative vaginal delivery. Management of vaginal breech delivery. Management of cord prolapse. Management of shoulder dystocia.

Postgraduate UK Specialist Training ST1-5 Core Module 12

RCOG Core Module 12: Postpartum Problems (the puerperium). Techniques for the controld of postpartum haemorrhage. Primary, secondary and other postpartum haemorrhage.

Postgraduate UK Specialist Training ST6-7 Advanced Antenatal Practice

Advanced Antenatal Practice. Normal delivery – managing deliveries for women with underlying clinical problems. Operative delivery – Management of delivery where there has been a previous difficult operative delivery. Breech – Breech management and attempt to reduce incidence of breech using ECV. Shoulder dystocia – Management plan where there has been a previous incidence of shoulder dystocia.

Postgraduate UK Specialist Training ST6-7 Advanced Labour Ward Practice

Advanced Labour Ward Practice. Operative delivery – Be clinically competent in all forms of operative delivery, emergency operative delivery, operative delivery second twin. Breech – Breech delivery manoeuvres, ECV to reduce incidence of breech delivery. Shoulder dystocia – perform maneouvres to achieve delivery in shoulder dystocia, manage cases and document appropriate management. Perform McRoberts' manoeuvres and suprapubic pressure, internal rotation of shoulders, removal of posterior arm.

Product Downloads

User Guide Maya UG V2 PDF | 5.3 MB ↗

Product Brochure Maya Brochure INT V1 Web PDF | 2 MB ↗

Product Brochure Maya Brochure CH V1 Web PDF | 3.4 MB ↗

Product Brochure Maya Brochure DE V1 Web PDF | 3.3 MB ↗

Product Brochure Maya Brochure FR V1 Web PDF | 3.3 MB ↗

Product Brochure Maya Brochure SP V1 Web PDF | 3.3 MB ↗

Android Software APK | L&T Maya app on Google Play ↗

IOS Software PKG | L&T Maya app on the App Store ↗

FAQ

What can a student assess when performing a vaginal examination on Maya?

Maya supports a range of procedures used during birth to assess the mother and baby.

Cervical dilation – 4cm to 10cm dilation of the cervix to identify labour progression
Station – Realistic anatomical landmarks to help assess the station of the baby
Presentation – Interchangeable units for four presentations: flex head, deflexed head, indifferent head, and breech
Foetal position – Enables positioning of the baby model at different degrees of rotation

For advanced assessment, including effacement, the PROMPT Flex range covers a variety of additional skills, including Cervical Dilatation & Effacement vaginal examination.

Does the postpartum haemorrhage simulation create mess?

No. Maya uses the Limbs & Things Clean Bleed Mat design to integrate PPH into the manikin. With the reservoir inside the base, and the mat laid out underneath the model, the app will tell the mechanism when to fill or empty the blood supply.

This automatic action reduces mess to virtually nothing. We do however advise that regular care is taken to rinse the Mat pads and flush the system to reduce the chances of mould build up.

How do we access and use the software to run birthing scenarios?

The Maya interface is a free to download app for Android and Apple tablets from Google Play and the App Store. (With no subscription charges for use.)

Simple, touch screen settings allow users to pre-select birthing options and push the full scenario to the model via the Bluetooth connection.

During birthing scenarios, it’s possible to intervene and adjust the stages along side the students as they learn. For example, Assisted Vaginal Birth and Shoulder Dystocia can be added as complications during the delivery, if the baby has not progressed past this stage in labour.

If it is necessary to intervene with instructions and guidance, it is easy to pause and restart the scenario. The interface also allows for increased speed and advancement to the next point in the delivery.

In addition to the scenario controls, it is possible to log student actions as they occur and export the timeline as a PDF for training logs.

To support international learners, the app supports the use of 9 different languages.

What power requirements does the manikin have?

The internal battery holds roughly 8 hours of charge, giving trainers the freedom to relocate the model as needed. However, it is also possible to run the model from a mains power outlet.

To keep on top of power needs, the battery power or a unit is shown in the top right-hand corner of the app interface.

Can we run more than one Maya simulator from a tablet?

One single tablet can connect to any Maya manikin via Bluetooth, the serial number of the specific model will appear in the top right corner of the app.

If you have multiple Maya’s set up during the same training session, each model will need a control tablet (with the Maya app). The manikin and the tablet remain connected throughout the scenario to collect data, and the trainer/technician can adjust scenarios, as needed.

Options

Skin Tone: Light — shown in this article
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Maya – Labour & Birthing Simulator