RE: [ozmidwifery] perineal massage

[jo]

As she feels the burning sensation on the peri encourage her to stop pushing and pant ‘ha ha ha ha’or blow to allow the uterus to expel the baby without added her own force to it - usually saying ‘stop pushing’ isn’t enough and can be confusing - so to start panting or blowing yourself will give her the cue to follow.   jo   From: owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au [mailto:owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au] On Behalf Of Ken Ward Sent: Wednesday, 17 May 2006 6:30 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] perineal massage   Nice slow stretching as the head descends. Good nutrition -----Original Message----- From: owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au [mailto:owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au]On Behalf Of Päivi Laukkanen Sent: Wednesday, 17 May 2006 7:37 AM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: [ozmidwifery] perineal massage Hi everyone,   In my store we sell an organic oil by Weleda for perineal massage. (  almond oil, wheat germ oil, natural essential oils.) Many women seem to think, that if they simply apply this oil, it will prevent tears. I am planning to add some info on perineal massage on our website and also prepare a handout to give with the oil. I would appreciate any good links on this subject and answers to these questions:   What do you consider the main factors, when preventing tears and episiotomies? (other than perineal massage)   Where can I find research on this subject or effectiveness of perineal massage?   Päivi