Everything you need to know about Labour Contractions.
If you’ve thought about or heard about birth - like, at all - you’ve heard that labour is accompanied by contractions. Some folks who follow hypnobirthing programs choose to shift their language and use the term ‘wave’ instead, because language can strongly impact how we understand what’s happening in our bodies. But ultimately, they’re referring to the same thing that is happening in the body - a tightening and shortening of the muscles of the uterus. But what exactly happens during a contraction? How does the uterus know to contract? And how can understanding what is happening during a contraction change our experience of it?
Should I use an epidural during childbirth?
Epidurals are the most common pain management tool used by 60% of birthing people in Canada. They do however, carry with them some risks. Being aware of the risks, benefits and alternatives available will be essential in making an informed decision on whether you choose to use an epidural at your birth.
Why you should hire a birth doula
Birth is a powerful and potentially transformational life event, yet 1 in 3 women characterize their births as traumatic. Through research, we have come to learn that one of the main predictors of birth trauma is lack of support. Your partner may want to show up for you, but isn’t quite sure how or what they should do. Here is where a doula can step in.
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