Perineal Massage: Stretch Your Way To A Tear-Free Birth
Perineal massage is a technique that can help prepare the perineum, the area between the vagina and anus, for childbirth. This practice involves gently stretching and massaging the perineal tissues to increase their flexibility and reduce the likelihood of tearing or the need for an episiotomy, a cut made to the perineum to widen the vaginal opening, during delivery. You can commence Perineal Massage from Week 35 of your pregnancy. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to perform perineal massage.
