The Toilet Sitting Position
What is the toilet sitting position?
The toilet sitting position is a variation of sitting done on a toilet or commode.
Why does the toilet sitting position work?
As with all upright positions, toilet sitting uses gravity to encourage effective contractions.
Psychologically, sitting on the toilet allows some women to feel more comfortable if amniotic fluid is dripping or leaking. It can also help a mother who feels a need to urinate with each contraction.
Toilet sitting can encourage good bearing down and relaxing of the perineum for pushing because the mother is familiar with bearing down on a toilet.
How do I do it?
Let the mother sit comfortably on the toilet or commode.
Some sample toilet sitting techniques:
Have the mother sit backwards on the toilet, leaning against a pillow on the tank or pipes. In this position, rub her lower back.
Let the mother sit on the toilet with her feet on low stools to widen the pelvic outlet.
Sit in front of the mother, allowing her to lean on you during contractions.
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