When you are about to give birth, there will often be enthusiastic mothers telling you about their “horrible” childbirth experiences. In fact, the moment of childbirth is not as scary as people say. As long as you have the skills, obstetricians can make your childbirth quick and easy…
Keep your baby in a normal position in the womb
Before normal delivery, the baby\’s position in the womb should be head down, facing the mother, and slightly tilted to the left. This position makes it easiest for the baby to descend into the birth canal. But for some babies, the way to correct a bad fetal position or guide a good fetal position can be to sit astride a chair, let the upper body lie flat on the back of the chair, or put the hands and feet on the ground in a crawling position. Keep it for 20-30 minutes every day. It should be in a comfortable position. Don\’t exercise hard on your waist. When sleeping in the third trimester of pregnancy, it is best to lie on your left side.
Use correct breathing methods to speed up labor
Correct breathing methods can speed up the process of labor. It sounds simple, but it is very effective. Correct breathing methods can allow the uterus to get enough oxygen, making uterine contractions more effective.
Breathing during labor is different from your normal, automatic breathing that you don\’t feel every day. You need to practice expanding your chest. You need to practice this almost every day during your third trimester. Attend a childbirth training class held by a hospital or community family planning committee, and then ask the teacher to cooperate with your daily practice.
Let exercise work for labor
Obstetricians have found that movement and upright postures such as standing, kneeling, and sitting upright can speed up labor. Being active increases circulation, allowing more blood to flow to the uterus and promoting contractions. Due to the effect of gravity, the fetus exerts greater pressure on the cervix, which accelerates the dilation of the cervix and makes the uterus contract more forcefully. Most upright postures further expand the pelvis.
Let good mood reduce pain
If you are nervous, you will automatically hold your breath, hindering the oxygen supply to the uterus, increasing pain, and reducing the efficiency of uterine contractions. If you\’re scared, your body will also release adrenaline, which can delay labor. So relaxation is very important to reduce pain and speed up the labor process.
Relaxation methods include breathing, relaxation, imagination, etc. If the home environment allows you to relax, try to stay at home for a while after giving birth. In the third trimester of pregnancy, you should ask your obstetrician about the delivery process and precautions, and try to go to the hospital when the delivery really enters the critical moment to avoid nervousness caused by premature admission.
Choose the environment that works best for you
The environment has a great impact on childbirth, and only relaxation can make childbirth go smoothly. Once you decide to go to a hospital to give birth, you should go to several more hospitals during your pregnancy, talk to the doctors, understand the environment there, and choose the hospital you like and which you think is the safest and most caring for your baby.
Choose a birth plan that\’s right for you
In Western countries, most women make a birth plan that includes which painkillers to use and whether to bathe the baby before the mother holds it for the first time. It\’s important to have a plan in place during the 36th week of pregnancy to prevent premature labor. Even if you don\’t write it down, thinking about the labor process in advance and discussing it with your obstetrician in advance can have a negative impact on labor, even if you have a plan in place. Be prepared to change plans at any time depending on circumstances, and most importantly, keep your baby safe.
Choose the right birth companion
Medical research shows that an expectant mother feels relaxed and safe if she has an experienced and familiar caregiver with her. It is best for your lover to actively attend childbirth training classes and read some relevant articles. During childbirth, many hospitals allow lovers to accompany the baby. There are also many pregnant women who choose to be accompanied by their parents, sisters or doulas. Generally speaking, the attendant should have relatively rich knowledge about childbirth.
Preparing a healthy body for childbirth
Women who exercise during pregnancy have smoother births. The process is relatively short. Exercise during pregnancy can improve the mother\’s immunity and make her muscles stronger. In the second trimester of pregnancy, foreign experts recommend that pregnant women practice yoga. When practicing yoga, stretch your joints and become familiar with birthing postures. Yoga also teaches you to have confidence in your body and helps you focus. Please note, make sure to let your yoga teacher know that you are pregnant. Other forms of exercise can also help, such as swimming, which does not strain the muscles too much. However, Always consult your doctor before starting any exercise.