Waterbirth Podcast by Birth Pool in a Box

Suzzie Vehrs - Techniques for Managing Pain Naturally


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A practical toolkit you can try tonight. Suzzie covers movement, positions, counter-pressure and two easy acupressure points—plus a partner "cue card" so support is simple and timely.

Master natural pain management techniques that really work, with clear instructions for both birthing person and partner.

We discuss:

  • Go-to positions for back/hip sensations
  • Where and how to apply counter-pressure
  • Two safe acupressure points for labour
  • A repeatable flow partners can follow
  • The gate control theory of pain
  • Rhythm and ritual in labour
  • Using heat and cold effectively
  • TENS machines and other tools
  • Enhance your comfort with Birth Pool in a Box. Visit https://www.birthpoolinabox.co.uk for water birth solutions that provide natural, effective pain relief.

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