Comfort Measures for Labor
Why comfort measures? Because they work!
Comfort measures are probably not going to eliminate all the pain you feel during labor. What they can do is to help you manage the pain, to keep it at a level where you can continue without medication. To use them effectively, you need to know what they are and how to best apply them to labor.
Comfort measure categories:
More things that affect your comfort:
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Natural remedies may be used to speed labor, slow labor or manage pain. |
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The environment you choose for birth helps set the mood for your response. |
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Choosing the right position may be easier than you think. |
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Choosing the right comfort measure is done by paying attention to your needs. |
What would you like next?Learn comfort techniques for labor. Find out how what you eat can impact how you give birth. Learn ways to stay comfortable during pregnancy. Read sample birth plans. Get emotionally prepared to give birth. |
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