How to Use a Birth Comb - Get A Grip On Labor Pain!

According to the Gate Control Theory of Pain, our brains can only process a limited number of sensations at the same time. When you’re in pain and you introduce another signal (pressing this comb into your palm, for example) you can divert the brain’s attention and reduce the perceived intensity of pain.

I’ve seen firsthand just how powerful this tool can be. Give it a try and rock your birth!

XO,

Genevieve Howland
Founder, Mama Natural

Labor is beautiful, but can also bring discomfort

Pain medications can have side effects; interventions can lead to complications. Mothers need an effective, natural way to manage the pressure and intensity of childbirth.

A birthing comb can reduce the perceived intensity of birth

Birthing combs are an excellent tool to add to your birth bag for natural 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.

Benefits of Using a Birthing Comb

Natural pain relief - Birthing combs provide a natural way to manage labor intensity without the use of medication or interventions.
Easy to use - Combs are simple and easy to use, and can be easily incorporated into any birthing plan.
Versatile - Combs can be used in a variety of settings, from home to hospital, and can even be used for other types of pain relief, such as during breastfeeding.
Distraction - Using a comb during contractions provides a distraction that can help ease the mental stress of labor.
Acupressure - The teeth of the comb hit an acupressure point on the hand, which can help manage pain during labor.
Gate control theory of pain - Using a comb helps close