09/09/2022
Optimally preparing your body and baby for birth is often overlooked during pregnancy!
When baby is positioned in the uterus in an OPTIMAL position, labor progresses much more smoothly! Not to mention, the typical pregnancy aches and pains are much less throughout the pregnancy!
Here are 3 things I do daily to help my baby move into that position. I learned ALL of this from Spinning Babies
Examples of each modeled in my most recent reel!
🤍Forward leaning inversions
These are a staple for all pregnant mamas! It is a technique that creates room in the lower uterus. The baby can then move to that space with the natural pull of gravity! This will help them move down into a more ideal position for birth.
This stretch will help to untwist any ligaments in the lower uterus and cervix that may be wound up from sudden stops or a twisted, unbalanced posture.
I complete 3 of these in a row and hold for 3 deep breathes. Be sure to fully come up out of the pose and allow your body to reset between each inversion!
🤍Deep pelvic squats
Squatting opens the pelvis and frees the birthing muscles from the tightening effects of sitting. You can begin this technique by using a block or low stool to balance on and work your way up to the deep unassisted squat. I aim for a 1-2 min squat daily!
🤍Sitting on a folded blanket
I try to do this anytime I floor sit and play with my toddlers. This position keeps your hips elevated higher than your knees which is optimal for good posture moving the uterus forward.
Sitting this way will also help you to gain strength in your pelvis, hip, and thigh muscles to keep your pelvic floor strong and supported in preparation for birth!
Have you tried any of these in your pregnancy!?