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Ever wonder what the best position is for labor? There is no one best position! We want to create more space in the pelvis based on where baby is within the pelvis. The more optimal position will…

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It's important to be active during childbirth. Change positions every 20 minutes, even if it's a small shift from one side to the other. These movements help the baby shift and descend into and through the birth canal, and they can even help give the laboring mother comfort during labor. I found this great blog post on At Your Cervix (written by a Labor & Delivery Nurse): Getting in position -- making changes to shake, rattle and roll "Up. Move. Lean forward. Lie on your far left or right…

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There are lots of ways that your partner can help you prepare for labor and delivery and during the actual event itself. BEFORE BABY ARRIVES: Positive affirmation - Encouraging you and reassuring you that you are going to do great during labor and delivery. Perineal stretching/massaging - T

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During delivery your provider will typically check you and the position of the baby. They call off numbers, these numbers tell where the baby is positioned in the pelvis. Different labor positions can be helpful based on where baby is positioned. We hope this information helps! All of this and more is found in our Prepping for Labor and Delivery Course!

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