@belovedembracedoula: “Shaking the apple tree” is a term used by some birth workers to describe a technique that involves rhythmically jiggling or gently shaking a laboring person’s body—usually the hips, belly, or thighs—to help: • Release tension • Encourage baby to shift position • Stimulate progress in labor • Relax the pelvic floor and fascia • Ease discomfort through movement and rhythm It can be done with a rebozo, hands, or even a birth ball, depending on what part of the body is being worked with. The motion is not rough—think of it like giving a little “wake-up nudge” to the baby and body. It’s commonly used when labor stalls or when a baby might need help getting into a better position. Midwives, doulas, and traditional birth attendants often refer to this with a bit of playful imagery—like “shaking the apple tree” to get the baby to drop, just like ripe fruit. #pregnant #pregnancy #birthprep #pregnantlife #christiantiktok #momsoftiktokover40 #pregnantlife #pregnant🤰 #pregnanttiktok

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