Protecting your perineum

[JensBump]

Not something we discuss in polite conversation girls LOL but an important topic if you want to prevent tearing during labour - here are two links

(1) Stuff you can eat to make your skin more elastic: http://birthfaith.org/nutrition/protecting-your-perineum-from-the-inside-out

Only one I would be careful with is the evening primrose oil but as she says perhaps after 37 weeks it is fine

(2) Things you can do to before and during the birth: http://birthfaith.org/exercise/avoiding-tearing-and-episiotomies

 

[ISH]

I am the laziest creature imaginable when it comes to physical exercise, but let me tell you, I have been doing those pelvic floor exercises religiously. I care about my lady parts a great deal, I wouldn't want them obliterated by the end of this!

 

[Dee83]

Thanks for this hun, it's very informative! xxx

 

[Mummy2Adam]

Thanks for the info hunny x x

 

[pinkyprincess]

I have heard that you shouldnt do anything to prepare it too early, why is this?