Episode 6: Birth Preparation: Perineal Tear Risk Reduction

We’re kicking off a three-part series all about birth preparation!In this episode, we're breaking down the best ways to prepare your pelvic floor for labor, how to reduce the risk of tearing, and why relaxation is key to a smoother birth experience. From vocalization tricks(hello, deep growls! 🐻) to positioning tips and the role of a pelvic floor PT before and after birth, we’re giving you all the practical advice to help your body work with you, not against you. Plus, we’re debunking myths about epidurals and discussing how movement, mindset, and even a warm compress can make a difference.✨We'll Cover:✅ How to relax your pelvic floor during labor (and why it matters!)✅ The connection between pelvic tension, tearing, and labor progress✅ Why glutes, jaw, and even your voice play a role in keeping things relaxed✅ The pros and cons of perineal massage, warm compresses, and different pushing positions✅ Epidurals: friend or foe? (Hint: They might help more than you think!)✅ What to do if you do tear—because there’s always help available🎥Want to see how perineal massage works? Email us at [email protected] or check out our Instagram@ladybirdpt for instructional videos!🎧Tune in now for practical, no-BS advice on making birth a little smoother!