Dilation happens faster when the pregnant woman moves, instead of lying down all the time. You just have to think about the effect of gravity on the cervix. There are exercises and postures that help make the discomfort of childbirth pain more bearable.
These positions will help you relieve the pain of childbirth
You will agree with us on one thing: any help, no matter how small, that helps calm the pain of childbirth, will be welcome. As we know, childbirth is a long process in which many factors come into play: the contractions, which will become increasingly longer and more painful, the desire to push that, perhaps, will have to wait a little longer or the dreaded centimeters of dilation.
To alleviate the associated pain, there are increasingly more techniques that are made available to the parturient. From the mythical epidural anesthesia, which some try to avoid, to walks, squats on the Pilates ball, or even water birth. In addition, it is increasingly common to see centers where they offer nitrous oxide, known as 'laughing gas' to also alleviate the pain associated with childbirth.
Once a woman arrives at the hospital, she may not be able to move again (if she is monitored or given an epidural), and this should not be the case. While in the hospital you can and should still move. But, an important part of dilation often occurs at home, and being able to move and do all those things that relieve the pain will help you.
Surely you have heard of hypnobirthing techniques or hypnobirthing techniques, which is nothing more than a method for childbirth that uses breathing and relaxation techniques to make the mother feel physically, emotionally, and spiritually prepared for the moment of birth. giving birth. As a consequence of this well-being, the pain associated with childbirth, as well as the fear and anxiety that the moment triggers can be drastically reduced.
Based on these and other techniques and with the help of experts, we offer you a gallery of images in which you will find different positions that facilitate breathing and help promote dilation, as well as relax the back. As a result, childbirth may be a little less painful.
Of course, before practicing any of these postures, you better make sure that you can do it. As? Consult with your gynecologist during one of the routine visits that you will have to make before giving birth.
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First: a good massage
Between contraction and contraction, it is very relaxing to receive a gentle massage at the level of the kidneys. If you can move, the best position is sitting on horseback in a chair, so that your body weight rests on the backrest. The massage is performed by tracing wide circles (as if kneading bread) in the lumbar area, being careful not to touch the spine. The couple takes an active role in this case, helping to carry out this message.
To relieve back pain
If you sit astride, with your legs open and your feet resting on the floor (you can put them on two small stools), the weight of your belly falls on the backrest and your back muscles relax.
The breaths
To practice pain-relieving breathing, it is best to sit on the edge of your chair with your knees apart, your feet flat on the floor (with your back straight), and your hands on your belly. Practicing these breaths a lot during pregnancy will help you at the time of delivery.
During monitoring
In the hospital, mobility is limited by monitoring (unless the center has portable equipment). It is advisable to rest lying on your left side because this favors venous return to the heart, with your knees bent and a pillow between them. If the pregnancy is low risk, intermittent monitoring is recommended, at time intervals to check that everything is fine.
If you have to lie down for a long time
If you have to lie down for a long time, for example, because you have been administered Oxytocin (for whatever reason), or you have an epidural, you can try this variant of the position on the left, which consists of bending one leg in front. of the body, supporting it on a pillow and leaving the bottom leg slightly bent. On many occasions, the midwife makes this type of postural changes to promote the dilation and descent of the baby's head through the birth canal when you cannot move freely.
To facilitate the baby's exit
To relieve pain, you can sit on the floor on your heels, with your knees apart so that your belly fits between your legs, and your arms resting on a chair. By tilting the pelvis back, the back muscles relax making it easier for the baby to lower down.
Without chair
A variant of the previous position (without a chair) is to lean your body forward and rest your arms on the floor (you can use a cushion to be more comfortable). It is not advisable to stay in this position for a long time, as your legs may become numb.
To promote breathing
Sitting on your heels with your back straight helps your baby breathe and descend. Do not stay in this position for too long, as it also hinders circulation.
To relax the perineum
The giant ball is a great help to relax the perineum. Sit on it, with your legs wide apart and shift your body weight from one side to the other. The movement also promotes dilation and engagement of the baby.
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