12/12/2025
✨ Posterior Babies in Labour
Around 15-30% of babies begin labour in a posterior position (often called back-to-back). It’s common, it’s normal, and midwives see it most shifts!
When baby’s spine sits against yours, contractions are often felt more in your back. This can feel intense - but it doesn’t mean something is wrong.
The incredible part…
🩷 Your uterus knows exactly what to do.
With time, movement, and support, most babies naturally rotate into a more optimal position during labour.
✨ Things that can help:
• Forward-leaning positions
• Staying Upright, Forward & Open (UFO)
• Hands-and-knees
• Pelvic rocking, hip circles & movement
• Back massage or heat
• Rebozo/sifting techniques
• Staying mobile and following your instincts
Midwives are trained to recognise these positions and provide the right support, encouragement, and comfort techniques to help labour progress safely and smoothly.
If you’d love to understand how your body works during labour, and what you and your partner can do to support rotation, join us at our Positive Birth Class!
Held across Sydney
📍Manly
📍St Leonards
📍Balmain - our classes are taught by clinically practising, highly experienced midwives who deliver honest, realistic education with genuinely supportive expectations.
Empower yourself with knowledge, confidence and practical tools.
We’d love to support you on your journey.
Book now for your 2026 baby! 🤎
