@womenshealthwithheidi: TIME TO PREP 🤰 Perineal massage is a simple technique you can start from around 34–35 weeks in pregnancy to help prepare the perineum (the area between the vagina and the anus) for birth. Why should you do this? Research shows it can: 👉 Reduce the risk of significant perineal tears 👉 Reduce the likelihood of episiotomy 👉 Help your body learn to relax under stretch That’s a BIG deal for birth. I know what I’d be doing! Save this, and comment PART 2 for more where i’ll show you exactly how to do it 👀 #perinealmassage #birthprep #pregnancyeducation #pelvicfloorphysio Reference: Chen et al. (2022) Effect of Prenatal Perineal Massage on Postpartum Perineal Injury and Postpartum Complications: A Meta-Analysis