Labour – Birthing Positions

Standing

Advantages Excellent for oxygenation of fetus Uses gravity Contractions are more effective and less painful Helps speed up labor Helps create pushing urge Disadvantages Poor control of delivery Visualization very hard for birth attendant Advantages Uses gravity Contractions often less painful Encourages uterine contractility Baby well-aligned in pelvis May speed up labor Reduces backache...

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