Childbirth is a big physical strain on the body, and just like for any other performance, you can prepare for it. It isn’t about learning the one correct way, but about getting to know your body better and knowing what you yourself can influence during birth. The sessions are led by a physiotherapist and take place individually.
What the preparation includes
- practising breathing for the individual stages of labour,
- awareness and relaxation of the pelvic floor,
- mobility of the pelvis and spine,
- positions and movement during labour,
- recommendations for exercise at home until the birth.
When to start
Most often in the third trimester. We’ll recommend the exact timing and number of sessions based on how your pregnancy is going. If you’re already exercising with us during pregnancy as part of movement therapy, birth preparation naturally follows on from it.
Physiotherapy preparation doesn’t replace an antenatal course or the care of your doctor and midwife, but it complements them well.
