“HELP! I'm in EARLY LABOR ... what do I do?"

Here are a few tips to settle your mind & how to utilize this early labor time to prepare for later stages of labor.

Eat!

Try every two hours for something comforting and nourishing:

• Soup, smoothies and good protein can be helpful in this time

• Drink lots of water, tea or an electrolyte drink

Rest!

Lay on your side with your knees in a right angle or facing down using a swim donut or breastfeeding pillow to cradle your baby.

Get lots of love!

Oxytocin is the name of the game. Laughs, pleasure, orgasms you name it! 💖

Reach out!

Your provider can give you any information on special considerations, & your doula is the OG who can offer emotional support, physical support, movement and positional recommendations and help you navigate the early labor time.

What movements can help?
💥An easy walk
💥Miles Circuit or @spinningbabies Postures
💥Slow dance with your partner
💥Circle or figure 8 on the Birth Ball
💥Pelvic Inlet Openers
💥Take a shower 🚿 or a bath 🛁
💥Kneel over a couch back, or set pillows on the ground to kneel on & rest your arms on a 🪑.

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