Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Natural Pain Management During Labor

Managing pain naturally during labor is usually a top priority for most women.

During our pregnancy, we go through enough uncomfortableness to last a life time. And it should never be too much to ask, if we want to be relieved of a little pain. But even then, we still want to avoid medical treatments for pain.

And we can completely avoid using the "Big Needle" if we prepare ourselves properly.

Here are a few of the most common methods for relieving pain naturally during labor - (Remember, ALWAYS consult a professional before taking ANY advice)


1. Stay Active

During child birth , a womens body is going to go through hell. I mean, you dont have to have 2 or 3 pregnancies under your belt to know that. So getting some sort of routine going, like walking on a regular basis, or even some simple exercises.

This will help you too stay "with it' during labor -and not to mention,you will build your stamina up as well. AND THATS IMPORTANT.

2. Bradley Method

The Bradley Method is usually referred to as thye Husband method- because the wife and the husband wo0rk together during the training. The goal is to be completely prepared for ANYTHING that could happen during labor/child birth.
But it also concentrates on things like nutrition and exercises.

AND, it makes sure we have a plan just in case we HAVE to take soemthing for the pain or have a C-Section.

3. Simple Breathing

It may seem simple, but its very important. And , i am talking about getting yourself ready -like practicing your breathing techniques BEFORE you go into labor.

4. Listen To Music

Listening to music is outstanding for keeping your mind OFF OF of the pain during labor. Although some women want to actually experience all the sounds and the focus on the husband and the like - but for alot of women, that have already had a baby, this works out great to take the mind off of the pain.

5. Meditation or Visualization

When we are faced with certain pain or discomfort, the human mind has the ornate ability to re-focus on deep, inner-thoughts as a way to "forget" about the pain. This method has been used by monks and martial arts experts for centuries as a way to test there patience and ability to pass strength tests- like walking on burning coals, lying on blades and more.

6. Massage or Acupressure

With massage or acupressure we can actually force our bodies to react in a positive way - like relaxing muscles or softening the cervix and what not. By learning proper techniques, many pregnant women have found that the pain almost completely subsides.

Although these are just some simple methods for easing the pain during labor- if you take them seriously and apply them to your labor and pregnancy, you will find that there will be alot less pain -making your pregnancy alot more enjoyable.

I hope you enjoyed this Information - and I hope that it has been helpful to you-
If you would like some information on how to induce Your labor naturally - AND ease the pain at the same time -just follow the link below:

Natural Induce Labor

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