Today's episode is part 2 of 3, where I discuss ways to prepare the pelvic floor for birth.
In part 1 (episode 228) I discuss the impact of pelvic floor awareness during pregnancy.
In today's episode, I discuss evidence-based ways to help reduce pelvic floor trauma as a result of vaginal birth.
Over 81 % of women in Australia will have a perineal tear or episiotomy during their first vaginal delivery.
The majority of these are relatively minor first degree tears or second degree tears.
Only around 3% of women in Australia will experience a 3rd or 4th degree tear (a tear that extends into the anal spincter).
Luckily, there are evidence-based ways that you can reduce the severity or risk of perineal trauma.
Listen to this episode where I talk through perineal massage, perineal preparation for childbirth and other ways to help support the pelvic floor area during and after birth.
Abdelhakim et al, 2020: Antenatal perineal massage benefits in reducing perineal trauma and postpartum morbidities: a systematic review and meta analysis of randomised controlled trials.
LINKS:
Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
Instagram @kathbaquie.physio
1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath
** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.
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