![]() That’s why this article is focused on fetal positioning exercises to release tension and balance the pelvis. It’s more beneficial to focus on creating space and balance for the baby to find the best way to navigate through the pelvis. (Check out this podcast episode about a HBAC with a posterior baby.)Īfter all is said and done, these positions don’t matter as much as once believed. The reason why this position is considered less ideal is that it can cause longer and harder labors, and it can make vaginal delivery more difficult.Īlthough less ideal, posterior may be the position a baby needs to enter the pelvis for birth. It has also been taught that posterior position, with the baby’s back against the mother’s back, is NOT okay for vaginal birth. It was highly encouraged to get your baby in this position before birth. In the past, doulas and parents have been taught that it is KEY for a baby to be on the left side with their back against mom’s belly, in what is called left occiput anterior or LOA position. It can also help babies come down in a nice, easy way to be birthed. When labor begins, a balanced baby can help the cervix dilate faster, with the right amount of pressure against the cervix. A balanced pelvis is important because it helps babies find the best way to navigate down and out. Can exercises help with fetal positioning?ĭoing the right exercises during pregnancy can help fetal positioning by creating balance in the pelvis. Whether you want an unmedicated birth or an epidural, these movements can help get your baby into the best possible position. This article is all about optimal fetal positioning exercises and what you can do to help. ![]() The good news is there is a lot you can do to encourage your baby into a good position for vaginal birth, during pregnancy and labor. If having a vaginal birth is your preference, or you are trying for a VBAC, fetal positioning matters. Poor fetal position is one of the main reasons for a C-section. But what does that really mean and why is it so important? When I decided to start a career as a doula in 2014, a big focus in my training was getting the baby in a good position. When it comes to childbirth, our focus goes to areas we may not have thought about before, like optimal fetal positioning exercises that can help us ensure proper orientation. ![]()
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