15/08/2025
✨ 3 ways to reduce tearing during birth ✨
Tearing during birth can feel like one of those “just hope for the best” things—but there are simple, evidence-based steps that can help protect your perineum and support healing afterwards. 💪
Here are 3 things you can try:
1️⃣ Breathe your baby down – Instead of holding your breath and pushing hard, use slow, controlled breaths to guide your baby out gently.
2️⃣ Perineal massage – A few minutes a day in the weeks leading up to birth can help your tissues stretch and adapt.
3️⃣ Warm compress – During pushing, a warm cloth applied to the perineum can increase blood flow and reduce trauma.
Every birth is different, so results can vary—but being informed means you can make choices that support your body. 🫶
Did you try any of these during your birth? Or is there one you’re curious to try? Share in the comments!