Labor Power Positions

  Practice Positions Women all over the world give birth squatting, leaning or even standing. But we in America we lie down. There is something the rest of world must know about labor positions that we do not.  If your car stalled at the bottom of a hill, you certainly wouldn’t try to push it [...]

Water Birth

When making the choice to have a natural childbirth there are many options as to where you can give birth.  There are the obvious choices at home, at a birth center, or in a hospital.  But there are the specific choices as well.  Do you want to give birth on a bed?  Do you want [...]

Labor Pain

Pain in labour is a normal physiological reaction; it is there for a reason. Unfortunately Westerners are reluctant to accept that it is normal and they do a lot to relieve it. In a normal labour, pain can be used in a positive manner. We react against the pain by tensing and fighting it. Labour [...]

Perineal Massage

What is Perineal Massage? Perineal massage is the gentle stretching and massaging of the skin between the anus and vagina (perineum) during the last few weeks of pregnancy. This massage has been shown to reduce the incidence of episiotomy and perineal tears during birth. Many women try to decide if they want their birth plan [...]

Labor Positions

The Best Positions There isn’t just one best birthing position for you. In fact, it’s a good idea to change position during your labor so you don’t develop a cramp or strain your muscles. And don’t forget to use pillows as support. Here are some effective birthing positions to consider: Standing: The more upright you [...]

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