There are controllable factors that you can start using today that will reduce the chances of your vulva or vagina tearing during childbirth. This episode lists the strategies that you, your care team and partner can help with to try and increase the chance of your vulva remaining intact.
Episodes that complement this episode:
72 - Episiotomy Part 1 & 73 - Episiotomy Part 2
127 - Do I need stitches if I tear at birth
143 - Declining Medical recommendations
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