
Protecting The Perineum & Preventing Tears
Birth is a complex interplay between a mother and baby and preventing significant tears is often at the forefront of the mothers mind when preparing her body for birth. There are many factors that can influence a woman’s risk of tearing. Factors that could increase risk of tears include: Non modifiable: Modifiable Factors that could decrease risk of tears Perineal pressure is a technique that can be used to reconnect to this part of your body, observe the effect of different positions on the tautness in this tissue, teach relaxation techniques in response to pressure and desensitise pain. Traditionally perineal