Archive for August 27th, 2011

Breathing in childbirth

Breathing at birth is a key to control pain and to get the oxygen needed for both you and your baby. That’s why it worked as the childbirth preparation classes, but if you come do not worry as the doctors will tell you in each moment how you breathe. Of course, it is always better having practiced.

breathing in childbirth

Want to know what breathing techniques are helpful during labor?

During the first stage of labor the contractions will become increasingly frequent. To minimize the pain it is best to try to stay calm in moments without contractions, breathing deeply and using the diaphragm to fill her lungs.

When you feel a contraction begins, make a deep breath through your nose and out through your mouth slowly. Read the rest of this entry »