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Perineal massage

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sarah00001 · 30/05/2015 13:43

Hi, I'm 35+4 days. It was recommended at my antenatal class that we do perineal massage to try to prevent tearing. I had a go at it after I had a shower this morning. I found it slightly painful and got a stinging sensation, is this normal? Also, does anyone know if it's ok to do it without using any type of lubrication as I'd prefer to do it without?

Thanks, Sarah

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Topsy34 · 30/05/2015 15:05

It will sting a little, but its good to try and stretch everything.

I used vitamin e oil, did it as frequently as i could. I didnt tear when i had ds, just a small graze internally

applecore0317 · 30/05/2015 15:19

You can use sunflower oil, which is what our NCT teacher told us to use, makes it much easier. I found it easier to do sitting in bed on a towel one thumb at a time

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sarah00001 · 30/05/2015 16:27

Hi, thank you for your advice, I might give it a go with sunflower oil. It might also be easier sitting up in bed rather than standing in the shower.

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Cornonthecob · 30/05/2015 17:27

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