The first stage of labor is from the beginning of regular contractions to complete dilation of the cervix. Generally, the pain is most severe when the cervix is nearly fully dilated. The purpose of doing auxiliary movements is to relax the whole body to relieve the discomfort caused by uterine contractions and cervical dilation. Here are a few simple and effective moves. The first stage of labor is from the beginning of regular contractions to complete dilation of the cervix. Generally, the pain is most severe when the cervix is nearly fully dilated. The purpose of doing auxiliary movements is to relax the whole body to relieve uterine contractions and cervical dilation