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Sunday
24Feb

Singing During Labor

DateSunday, February 24, 2008 at 02:47AM

Singing or toning during labor contractions is a wonderful coping technique for labor pain. Vocalization through singing or toning creates a vibration throughout the body that can assist the muscles and ligaments to relax. Singing and toning also facilitates full deep breathing which brings fresh oxygen to the mother and baby. Vocalizing can also relax the jaw which  correspondingly relaxes the pelvis. Singing or toning also has emotional, mental, and spiritual benefits promoting mind-body integration, centering, and focus.

Following is a video of one very talented birthing mama, who sings with her family to gracefully flow through her contractions.

 

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Amazing...
March 15, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterTiffany
Thank you for sharing. I'm due in 4 weeks and this really put my heart and mind in the right place. beautiful and perfect. Thank you for sharing.
May 15, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterKirstin

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