5 Positive Ways to Prepare for Labour

 


If you’re feeling a bit anxious about giving birth, there are things you can do that may help.  some helpful advice from mums who’ve been there. 

Book an Appointment with Dr. Anurag Chaturvedi for all the concerns related to Obstetrics & Gynaecology. 

1. Empower yourself

Every woman is different. Our bodies are different, our babies are different, and no 2 births are the same. 

That’s why it’s useful to find out more about labour and birth. Understanding more about your options, and the pros and cons of each, can help you feel more confident in making decisions about how you want to deliver. 

You can also talk to your midwife or Doctor if there is   particularly concerned about. They will answer any questions you have and explain what can be done to deliver your baby safely in every possible scenario. 

You may also find antenatal classes helpful. Ask your midwife or Doctor. 

It's fine to go to more than 1 type of class if you want to. You may also be able to have a look around the birthing facilities at your hospital. This may help you decide where you want to give birth and picture how things may be on the day. 

2. Prepare your mind

Try not to listen to horror stories about labour as these are really unhelpful if you’re feeling nervous. Try to remember that for every bad experience, there is a mum out there with a positive story to tell. 

This can be hard, especially if you’ve had a bad experience yourself. But try to think positively as much as possible. Lots of mums tell us it really helps to have a positive outlook. 

3. Prepare your body

Labour often requires strength and stamina, so it’s important to prepare your body for it. Exercise during pregnancy can also be a great way to de-stress. 

You could try finding out about antenatal exercise classes near you. For example, a pregnancy yoga class can be really helpful.

4. Practice relaxation techniques

Using breathing techniques can help calm your nerves (before and after labour) and control the pain. You can practice all the way through pregnancy to ensure you’re comfortable using them when labour starts. 

Meditation and visualization can help you relax through pregnancy and during labour. Even if your labour doesn’t go the way you planned you may still be able to use the techniques you’ve learned. 

5. Think about your birth plan

A birth plan can be a useful way of communicating all your wishes, concerns and choices quickly and effectively, particularly when you move to active labour and may not want to (or be able to) have long discussions with your midwife, or if there’s a staff change. Just remember that labour doesn’t always go to plan on the day, so you may have to be a little flexible.

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