7 Essentials for Labor!
Mama Natural
Whether you’re giving birth at home, in a center, or at a hospital, here are 7 helpful tools which can promote a natural birth and smoother delivery. 🙌💖
😋 Snacks: Yes, you can eat during labor. Most mamas aren't craving hamburgers in active labor but trial mix, bananas (potassium), watermelon (hydration), Lara bars (with added dates to boot!) are all great snacks to tuck in your bag. If you love your protein, you can add meat sticks too.
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🍯 Honey sticks: Once your appetite leaves you, think honey sticks. These are Pixie Sticks for crunchy mamas. 😜 They're a great form of natural sugar giving you energy when the going gets tough.
💕 The Mama Natural Birth Comb. Birthing combs are an excellent tool for pain relief during labor! Holding a comb during contractions helps manage pain through distraction, acupressure, and the Gate Control Theory of Pain. By focusing on the pressure of the comb on your hand, you can ease pain and stress during labor.
🌊 Water: Yes, hydrotherapy is one of the best pain relievers out there. 🙌 I love hoping in the tub during transition or pushing. Showers are better in early/active labor as they don't slow down labor like tubs can.
💦 Magnesium oil spray: A gentle form of pain management, squirt on body to help muscles and mind R - E - L - A - X during labor.
🤍 Homeopathy: There’s a homeopathy remedy for nearly everything and childbirth is no exception. 🚨 Look up "homeopathic birth kits" online as there are some wonderful options. Talk to your midwife about it if you have questions.
🤰DOULA: I think this is probably the most important “tool” to have at your birth. These angels from heaven give you the support, confidence and coaching to support your vision of natural, unmedicated birth… wouldn’t do it without a doula!
How about YOU? What would you recommend to have on hand during labor?
