Tips for a good childbirth

The birth of a child is one of the most important moments for a couple. It is the most anticipated event for women during the nine months of pregnancy and the one that generates more doubts and uncertainty. And there is a series of tips for a good delivery that will facilitate the arrival of the baby to the world.

Following the advice for a good birth is fundamental for both the mother and her baby at the time of birth. The development of childbirth in an atmosphere of tranquility and relaxation ensures the smooth running of the events that accompany the birth. Listen to your body, breathe, change your position and follow the advice of your midwife to live a happy birth.

10 tips for a good childbirth

1. Follow the advice of a midwife: your supportive labor is fundamental.
2. Listen to your body, Move instinctively and pay attention to your intuition.
3. Hot water is your best friend: put hot towels on your lumbar and your abdomen.
4. Oxygen: it is important to breathe calmly and deeply after each contraction.
5. Ask permission (if you are in the hospital) and put a yoga mat and pillows so you can lie down and rest between contractions.
6. Between contractions squat to open the pelvis and help lower your child's head. In addition, squatting can also intensify contractions. Squatting can increase the size of your pelvis by 28 percent and reduce the time of delivery by one third.
7. Try to urinate very often because a full bladder makes delivery difficult. Peppermint oil facilitates the desire to urinate.
8. Stay very hydrated drinking a lot of water You can also drink drinks with glucose.
9. Relaxing the muscles of the face and the jaw, you will also relax your vagina.
10. Listen to your matron's advice: breathe and exhale your baby instead of pushing it.

Relaxation and tranquility in childbirth

The relaxation and tranquility favors that the woman is more receptive to the instructions of the gynecologist and the midwife, and at the same time, be more attentive to the signals that her own body sends her. Learning to listen to it is one of the most important teachings of childbirth preparation courses.

The health of the baby also depends on the good progress of labor. Dr. Ata Pouramini, Master of Chiropractic and member of the Spanish Chiropractic Association, says that "many couples do not know that treatments to relieve pain during childbirth can cause complications.

Chiropractic says that you should give birth as your body asks. If during labor you are lying flat on your back, your pelvis can not function and it is not a dynamic posture. In fact, it is estimated that in this position the sacrum rises about 4 centimeters, which can press on the baby's skull, increasing the possibility of surgical interventions, suction cups or forceps. "

Marisol Nuevo Espín