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Perineum massage too painful!

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Babney · 10/09/2016 15:53

Third time dh tried this & I don't think we can continue as it actually felt like a stabbing pain when he removed his thumbs this time.

It hurt first couple of time also, a burny red raw feeling.

He used almond oil as suggested by midwife. I actually cried in pain at the end, he felt so bad. Maybe I'm extra sensitive but has anyone else had the same problem?

Also due to PGP there's no way I can do it myself.

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Are your children’s vaccines up to date?
milkjetmum · 10/09/2016 15:55

It's not compulsory, I wouldn't bother doing something so uncomfortable! Just enjoy your pregnancy.

dementedpixie · 10/09/2016 15:58

Never tried it tbh and have given birth twice

timeforabrewnow · 10/09/2016 16:01

My suggestions is - don't do it.

If you want an easy labour, top tip is to eat plenty of dates, and raspberry tea leaf capsules. Did this with baby 3 at age of 41, and had a quick labour ( for me) of around 3 hours, and was 8 cm dilated on arrival to hospital. 3 pushes and big baby 9lbs 12 ounces out with no tears or stitches.

Unlike other 2 labours.

PatMullins · 10/09/2016 16:03

Don't bother with it. It's unlikely to help and not worth being uncomfortable for!

dementedpixie · 10/09/2016 16:09

It's not supposed to hurt so maybe be more gentle and use less pressure.

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