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We give you the lowdown on what you need to know about vaginal labour to ensure a smooth and safe delivery.","description":"<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Article Source: <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sassymamasg.com\/4-steps-to-natural-birth-in-singapore-our-ultimate-guide\/\">Sassymama<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #808080; font-size: 20pt;\"><strong>Thinking of having a natural childbirth? We give you the lowdown on what you need to know about vaginal labour to ensure a smooth and safe delivery.<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Giving birth can be an overwhelming experience, especially for new mothers-to-be because you wouldn\u2019t know what to expect when you go into labour. While we respect every woman\u2019s decision on what you do with your own body, it\u2019s important to be informed and know what are the options available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Some may be open to having a caesarean delivery, while others may choose to opt for a medicated labour \u2013 or perhaps you simply want to go for the good ol\u2019 natural way. But a simple Google search on natural birth will lead you to the question on every mama\u2019s mind: is natural birth painful? We totally understand, so we compiled some useful tips to help you get prepared for a natural vaginal birth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>#1 Look for the right doctor and hospital<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This might seem like an obvious one, but make sure that you pick a healthcare provider that understands and believes in natural birth just as much as you do. Some questions to pose for your prospective doctor include: What are their thoughts on labour and birth? What are their expectations on prenatal care during pregnancy? How does their C-section rate compare to the nation\u2019s average?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Whether you\u2019ve done your own research or gotten recommendations from friends, you probably have an idea of some of the pioneer names who specialise in natural birth. Then it\u2019s just a matter of deciding between a doctor in the private or public sector \u2013 although both systems offer top-grade healthcare, you may have to take into consideration the pros and cons to see which option is better for your needs. If you\u2019re someone who prioritises comfort and service, a private hospital will be up your alley. However, it doesn\u2019t come cheap so if you\u2019re going for affordability, your best bet is a public hospital.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Lastly, it\u2019s also advisable to check out the hospital a few months prior to your due date \u2013 a maternity ward tour will help you to familiarise yourself with the hospital\u2019s maternity care services and facilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>#2 Find support<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Most pro-natural birth doctors are receptive to the idea of having a doula at your delivery \u2013 a doula is essentially a trained professional that provides emotional, physical and educational support during childbirth. Think of a doula as your trusty companion who would be there with you every step of the labour. Renowned doula Tania Grose-Hodge says, \u201cI focus a lot on encouraging the woman to find her inner voice and figure out what is most important to her and her partner for the baby\u2019s birth.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Likewise, you can also choose to have an obstetrician and\/or a specialised midwife onsite to assist the labour, thanks to NUH\u2019s Enhanced Midwifery Maternity Care (Emma Care) system, although extra charges apply depending on the services you want to use. These three roles can work in tandem to provide a safe environment for the mother to achieve an amazing birth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>#3 Understand your body<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Every woman\u2019s labour experience varies. But understanding how your body will respond to labour will help to make the process a lot more manageable. Learning about the various labour positions will not only help to ease the contraction pains, but will also do wonders in speeding up the progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">At the end of the day, it\u2019s all about eliminating the fear and trusting your body to do what it\u2019s meant to do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>#4 Get a plan<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">There\u2019s no birth plan that\u2019s one size fits all. Create a birth plan to help shape your goals and preferences, and make sure everyone is in the know.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><em>This post is in partnership with\u00a0<a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-original-title=\"\">Pigeon<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sassymamasg.com\/4-steps-to-natural-birth-in-singapore-our-ultimate-guide\/\">Sassymama.<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>You can read the full guide here: <span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Ultimate-Guide-to-Natural-Birth-in-Singapore-\u2013-Pigeon-Singapore.pdf\">Ultimate Guide to Natural Birth in Singapore – Pigeon Singapore<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","tips":{"title":"","tips":false}},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/wp-api\/wp\/v2\/blogs_articles\/2528","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/wp-api\/wp\/v2\/blogs_articles"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/wp-api\/wp\/v2\/types\/blogs_articles"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/wp-api\/wp\/v2\/media\/3558"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/wp-api\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2528"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"blogs_articles_categories","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/wp-api\/wp\/v2\/blogs_articles_categories?post=2528"},{"taxonomy":"blogs_articles_tags","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/wp-api\/wp\/v2\/blogs_articles_tags?post=2528"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}