The overwhelming majority of women associate childbirth not only with the miracle of the birth of a baby, but also with an obligatory "attribute" - unbearable pain. However, there are several ways to give birth almost without pain, without harming yourself or the baby.
Unbearable pain during childbirth, complicating the whole process and often leading to injuries to the mother and baby, is not at all necessary, as is commonly believed. Of course, giving birth to a baby naturally and completely without pain is unlikely, but still it is in your power to make this important event go smoothly and leave only pleasant impressions.
1. Learn to breathe correctly.
Many obstetricians note that 95% of women in childbirth absolutely do not know how to breathe during contractions and attempts, which significantly complicates the course of the process. Master the correct breathing in advance so that you don't forget anything at the most crucial moment. So, during contractions, at the initial stage, it is recommended to take a deep breath through the nose and the same exhale through the mouth. When the contractions become more frequent, engage the so-called dog breathing. A steady drop of oxygen to the lungs will greatly ease pain and help your baby move through the birth canal.
2. Positive attitude.
Fear of childbirth has such a negative impact on its course that its detrimental effect can hardly be overestimated. The wrong attitude interferes with the normal course of childbirth and can provoke many dangerous consequences - from hypertensive crisis to acute fetal hypoxia. Try to maintain a positive mood throughout your pregnancy and mentally prepare yourself for an easy delivery without complications. Learn more about all stages of this important process, read stories of successful births, talk to your gynecologist about your worries, and listen to reasonable arguments to help you overcome your fears.
3. Learn to relax.
During labor, the uterus performs serious work, gradually opening up. However, painful sensations do not arise at all because of this, since there are not so many nerve endings in the uterus itself. Muscle tension is what gives a woman suffering. A woman in labor needs to rest not only between contractions, but also be able to relax during them. Imagine your body as a blooming flower, allow your organs to open up, and you will surely feel relief during the contraction.
4. Choose the optimal posture for the period of contractions.
When contractions are painful enough, try to find the optimal posture that will help minimize the pain. You can lie on your side, stand on your feet or on all fours, walk, or squat. The choice of position is based only on your subjective feelings. Moderate physical activity will help the uterus open faster and facilitate the process of labor.
5. Use aromatherapy.
Natural essential oils are a great way to relieve labor pain. Their most effective use is in an aromatic lamp or as an aid to massage the lower back, temples and solar plexus. Essential oils of lavender, jasmine, neroli, ylang-ylang are best suited in this case. It is very important that you like these scents and do not cause allergies, so test their effect on your body even before pregnancy.
