The Wave Comb Acupressure Tool for Pain Management and Anxiety

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Acupressure is a natural way to help manage discomfort during labor, and using an acupressure comb is one way to apply pressure to certain points on the body. I used a birthing comb during my first few breastfeeding sessions when I was dealing with chapped nipples and bleeding blisters. Calmbirth is an inclusive organisation that embraces cultural diversity and accepts all pregnant couples regardless of gender and sexuality. Made from splinter-free, sustainable peach wood, complete with travel pouch and accompanying instructions and information.

Pethidine injections in labour: A pethidine injection into the thigh or buttock can relieve pain and help you to relax. This asserts that when painful stimuli (such as a contraction) is felt at the same time as non-painful stimuli (such as with this “handy” acupressure tool - pun definitely intended) pain signals are then limited from reaching the brain. Legendary Eighties singer sends fans (and famous pals Michelle Pfeiffer and Julianne Moore) WILD as she shows off her youthful looks at 65 - but do YOU know who it is? It’s a distraction: Concentrating on when to squeeze the comb and when to relax your hand gives you something else to think about besides the labor pain you may experience. More and more mamas are adding “birthing combs” to their hospital bags for pain management… but I know what you’re thinking, mama!This article aims to provide a detailed exploration of what free birth (also known as unassisted birth) is, whether it's legal in the UK, the associated risks, and recent statistics. It stated that holding a comb can help with contractions during labour using the gate control theory. Women giving birth are being told to squeeze a comb to manage labour pain under health service guidance. As a result, because your hand has such a large network of nerves, the brain will prioritize the signals received from your hand over the nerves in the back, abdomen or pelvis.

The Lao Gong acupressure point is one of the most powerful acupressure points in Traditional Chinese Medicine and is a key point in Qigong healing practice.Calmbirth would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and teach our Calmbirth program, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

When a comb is squeezed in the palm of your hand, the pressure 'distracts your brain' and helps the 'body to release endorphins', the trust said in its post.You can use your birth comb throughout labour, and alongside all other self -help and pain relief methods. Using a TENS as a natural pain relief option during labour by The Calm Blogger In the Calmbirth program we talk about many different pain relief options that are available to you during labour, one of those options is using a TENS machine. If you haven’t added a comb to your hospital bag, you may want to add one — and it’s not for your hair!