PREPARING FOR LABOUR - Exercise Ball Bounce

EXERCISE BALL BOUNCE

Using an exercise ball (also known as a birth ball) is a great way to encourage your baby to settle lower into your pelvis, helping to soften your cervix and encourage dilation.

How to Do It:

  • Sit comfortably on your exercise ball, ensuring your feet are flat on the floor and your legs are wide for balance.

  • Begin gently bouncing up and down in a light, rhythmic motion.

This subtle up-and-down motion can help your baby engage more deeply into your pelvis, making it easier for them to move into the ideal position for birth. I often recommend this to my patients, especially if they’re feeling restless or experiencing lower back discomfort.

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