Handouts
Positions for Birthing
These positions may be beneficial at any point in your Birthing Time to provide comfort and rest , while opening the pelvis and allowing your birthing to progress . They may be especially helpful if there is discomfort in the back . For added comfort , use heat , massage , counter pressure or hip squeezes during birthing waves .
Sitting on birth ball
Pushing Positions
Kneeling over birth ball
Sitting backwards on chair or toilet
Gravity Neutral
These positions are less challenging for tired mothers while still allowing maximum opening of the pelvis .
• Hands and knees
• Side lying
Using Gravity
These positions provide maximum opening of the pelvis and may help bring baby down more effectively .
• Asymmetric kneel
• Full squat
• Dangle / semi-squat
Please note : Lying back in a recumbent or lithotomy position ( not pictured ) opposes gravity and may increase the likelihood of tearing and make the pushing stage longer .
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