In today’s episode, Anita is breaking down what a peanut ball is, as well as how to prepare yourself ahead of time and use one for a more comfortable delivery. If you are curious about whether you should use one (as well as what size to get and how to use it), this episode is for you!

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Resources and References 

• Anita’s online Bump to Birth self-paced program
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Show Notes 

0:55 - Join Bump to Birth, today!

2:47 - Anita introduces today’s episode!

3:51 - What IS a peanut ball, and how it’s different from a traditional exercise ball!

5:02 - Can we us a peanut ball with an epidural?

5:52 - Anita discusses when you’d use a peanut ball in labour (and before!)

7:55 - How does the peanut ball help with labour progress?

9:24 - The importance of learning different ways to use the peanut ball before delivery

10:25 - Anita describes common peanut ball positions

15:52 - Why you should try these positions ahead of time, if possible!

17:10 - Advice for you if you are looking to get your own peanut ball

19:09 - Episode wrap up