How to stay active in labour
Written By Dionne Goldson
As a part of you general wellbeing as you are preparing for your birth and or supporting your partner. Get familiar with these birthing positions and exercises, to soothe, provide relief, support and allow room for you baby to arrive.
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Rebezo Support
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Supported Squat
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Standing Lean
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All Fours
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Side Rest (Open)
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Dilation Station
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Upright Rest
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Deep Lunge
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Supported Upright Ball
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Partner Skin-to-Skin
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Partner Embrace
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Birthing Bathers
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Side Rest (Closed)
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Seated Open Ball
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Upright Hip Open
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Bended Over
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Child's Pose
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Shower Squat
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Spinning Babies
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Front Supported Squat
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Seated Supported Squat
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Dilation Station 2.0
Beautiful Illustrations by The Educated Birth.
Early Labour Exercises
Here’s a video with me demonstrating some step exercises for you to practice. Even if you live in a flat/apartment there are always a few stairs relatively close by. I often support clients on a short walk outside using any step we come across (even a curb). Take your time and remember to breathe.