Late pregnancy discomforts vary from woman to woman, and pregnancy to pregnancy. Having a comfortable pregnancy means learning to listen and respond to your body, a very handy tool for labor.
More information on complaints of pregnancy.
Relaxation is key in making for a more satisfying birth experience. The ability to release unwanted tension is a necessary fact for this event and for life. Learning the keys to relaxation will help you relieve stress throughout life and bring a sense of well-being.
Three Types of Relaxation
- Physical
- Mental
- Emotional
It does take practice. We talked early about the Fear-Tension-Pain cycle and how you need to be able to break into parts of the cycle to relive unnecessary pain and frustration. Relaxation is one thing that can help you do this. Relaxation doesn't take fancy equipment. It comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, not one size fits all. Another benefit to relaxation is that it can fit into anyone's box of tricks, whether you definitely want pain medication, whether you don't want any pain medication or whether you're undecided.
Practice in a variety of setting and using a variety of techniques. In the next few weeks you'll have several different techniques introduces. Try all of them and figure out which work for you now. Remember, flexibility is important because what works now might not work in labor and vice versa.
