08/01/2025
I can’t believe I’m in my 36th week of pregnancy already! This week for me marks the switching of gears to focus on preparing my body and mind for labor and delivery. So what am I up to these last few weeks?
1. Pelvic Floor Lengthening: I’m focusing on down training my pelvic floor with breathwork, visualization, and gentle stretching to help the muscles release—because we need mobility and softness for birth, not just strength.
2. Hip Mobility for Pelvic Opening: I’m working on hip mobility to help my pelvis open differently during each labor stage. Movement involving hip external rotation supports pelvic inlet opening in early labor, asymmetrical hip motions help mid-pelvis mobility, and internal rotation is key for the outlet during pushing. I want to give my body access to these positions when it counts.
3. Optimizing Fetal Positioning with Daily Movement: I’m prioritizing daily walking, hip birth ball movement, and staying aware of my alignment (especially avoiding too much reclining) to encourage baby into an optimal position for birth.
4. Perineal Massage: Starting gentle perineal massage to improve awareness, blood flow, and reduce risk of tearing during delivery. It’s not about making tissue looser—it’s about making it more responsive.
5. Nervous System Regulation & Mindset: I’m carving out time each day for nervous system support: deep breathing, guided relaxation, and gentle affirmations. Feeling safe, supported, and connected to my body is one of the most powerful birth prep tools!
Questions on anything I’ll be working on for these next few weeks? Let me know in the comments! In addition, if you’re already a mom, anything else you did during the last few weeks? Let me know!
