Birth Preparation

Key Takeaways Pain Has A Rhythm Labor Waves Labor pain usually comes in waves. A contraction rises, peaks and fades. The break after each wave is part of the work because your body uses it to reset. Your breathing, face, hands, shoulders and hips can either soften during that break or stay tight until the … Read more

Key Takeaways Build Your Birth Base Body Strength Childbirth preparation starts weeks before labor. Your body needs strength, stamina, blood sugar control, steady minerals, good sleep and enough fuel. Birth is physical work. The uterus is muscle tissue, the pelvis needs room to move and the nervous system works better when you are not running … Read more