Since you have some of the basics down, let me let you in on a few Pro Tips!
- 5 Things to Avoid:
- Tell her to relax
- Look away/get distracted while massaging or touching her body when she’s in labor
- Tell her what to do
- Talking/asking questions during contractions
- Not take her pain seriously
- 5 Things to Do Often:
- Tell her you love her
- Offer to help without intervening and solving the problem
- Ask her what she wants (and listen)
- Empathize with her feelings and listen to what she’s going through
- Remind her of how great she’s doing & encourage her to keep going