All you need to know about Perineal Massage
Feb 06, 2023
Is THIS the secret weapon for a smoother childbirth?
If you haven't heard of perineal massage before, don't worry, you're not alone. But according to our midwife team and women's health physiotherapist, this little-known technique can make a BIG DIFFERENCE when it comes to delivering your little bundle of joy.
What is the perineum and why is it important to massage it?
The perineum is the area of skin and muscle between the vaginal opening and the anus. During childbirth, this area can be at risk of tearing or needing an episiotomy (a surgical cut made during delivery to widen the vaginal opening).
Now, onto perineal...