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WORK YOUR PELVIC FLOOR (anywhare, anytime)

Muscle fibres that are exercised become more elastic with careful and repeated contraction and relaxation. It is important that the pelvic floor has a good muscle tone and elasticity. The pelvic floor will stretch and recover more easily after birth if it is strong. By doing pelvic floor exercises, you will strengthen these muscles.

Strengthening the pelvic floor is important, but the ability to release these muscles is just as important, especially during the pushing stage of birth. A tense pelvic floor can slow down the birth of your baby.

During delivery, the pelvic floor should relax and

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