I get asked all the time about how to use a birth ball and why! I'll explain how to choose the right size and how it can help you have an easier, faster and less painful labor! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

Chapters:
00:00 Let’s get started!
00:56 Should you have a birth ball? Why?
01:45 Benefits
06:13 How this helps with pain
07:54 How to choose the right size?
09:27 When do you start using it?
11:37 How to use a birth ball
16:03 Bloopers

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Size recommendations:
Under 5ft3in: 55 cm
5ft4in to 5ft7in: 65 cm
Over 5ft7in: 75 cm

References:
Makvandi S, Latifnejad Roudsari R, Sadeghi R, Karimi L. Effect of birth ball on labor pain relief: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2015; 41:1679.
Tussey CM, Botsios E, Gerkin RD, et al. Reducing Length of Labor and Cesarean Surgery Rate Using a Peanut Ball for Women Laboring With an Epidural. J Perinat Educ 2015; 24:16.
Roth C, Dent SA, Parfitt SE, et al. Randomized Controlled Trial of Use of the Peanut Ball During Labor. MCN Am J Matern Child Nurs 2016; 41:140.

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Disclaimer: all information shared is for educational purposes only and framed through the lens of birth in North America. Please consult with your doctor before attempting any of the suggested things. Anything mentioned in any of my videos is never to replace the advice of your doctor or midwife. Make sure to check with them before you try anything suggested in my videos and if you have any further questions. I do not give out medical advice.