31/10/2025
MYTH: Once you’re 10cm dilated, it’s time to start pushing immediately.
FACT: Reaching 10cm doesn’t always mean it’s go time! Your body (and baby) might need more time to rotate and descend before pushing feels right. Waiting for that natural urge to push — often called laboring down — can actually make pushing more effective and reduce fatigue and tearing.
Your body knows what it’s doing — sometimes, the best thing you can do is listen and wait. 💪✨