Labour / Birthing Comb by RustiK, Natural Pain Relief, Splinter Free Pear Wood, Acupressure, Can be used with Anxiety or other Pain/Stress Situations.

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You’ll need a small clip on your finger to measure your oxygen levels, as remifentanil can make you feel breathless or need oxygen.’ What's more, she is multi purpose so becomes a function hair comb and storytelling/keepsake piece of your baby's birth After showing you the combs, your practitioner will teach you about the acupressure points to know when you’re giving birth.

The comb can help hit acupuncture points: According to another theory, when held tightly, the teeth of the comb hit acupressure points at the base of the finger. When this happens, pain can be effectively abatedGate control pain theory: According to this theory, the brain is capable of focusing on only a few sensations at once. Due to the closer proximity of your nerve endings on your hands, they reach your brain faster. By focusing on these sensations first, the brain will be able to temporarily overlook contractions If you want to try any of these techniques, make sure the practitioner is properly trained and experienced.’ Related Stories When the day comes, bring the comb and try using it as you find your contractions becoming less bearable. Try out the different pressure points and see how your body reacts. A practitioner will help you learn where and how to apply pressure. They will also go over important safety information and help you choose a comb that’s right for you. The hospital reinstated the use of gas and air in late September, writing in an official statement: ‘On Wednesday 5 July, we took the difficult decision to temporarily suspend the use of Entonox (a gas and air pain relief method) in our maternity services at Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

Acupressure-inspired techniques like gripping a comb may work because they distract you and give you something else to focus on, OB/GYNs say. Whatever approach allows you to relax and cope with the pain of uterine contractions can prove useful when the time comes. They work for a couple of reasons. The teeth of the comb applies acupressure to points the hand that create a distraction and a new focal point for the brain to concentrate on. It also plays a part in the gate control pain theory, nerve endings in your hand send messages to the brain and distract it away from the sensations of contractions. If you'd like to use any of these methods, it's important to discuss them with your midwife or doctor and let the hospital know beforehand. Most hospitals do not offer them for pain relief during labour. You may choose alternative treatments such as acupuncture, aromatherapy, homeopathy, hypnosis, massage and reflexology. Most of these techniques are not proven to provide effective pain relief. Holding a birthing comb is just one of many tools you can try during labor. What works for one mama may not work for you, and what works for you at one minute may not work later! That’s why I recommend having an arsenal of natural pain management tools and strategies at the ready. This includes:

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The NHS advises individuals to speak to their midwife or doctor to find out what’s available to them, but these are some of the options. You can see the NHS’s full guidance here Squeeze as the contraction heightens and slowly release in line with the contractions. An amazing natural drug free pain relief option for pain management in labour.

One such strategy is the birthing comb. Believe it or not, gripping a comb is used as a way to help laboring women cope with the pain of contractions. Jen's labour comb helped me get through a spontaneous 12 hour labour, drug free! Can highly recommend her beautiful products to any mumma-to-be" - Michelle Some PBS medications are restricted and require prior approval from Medicare before a doctor is able to prescribe them on the PBS. This prior approval to prescribe grants the doctor the Authority to prescribe the desired medicine and have it funded under the PBS.Labor is extremely difficult and you can’t know exactly how you will react until the moment arrives. Both you and your partner may find yourselves unable to use your logical brain power during this time, so it will be very helpful to already have a toolbox of pain management techniques in your birth plan. Adjust as Necessary During Labor This is called the 'Gate Control Theory' - essentially the comb hits on the correct acupressure points in your hand and helps ease the pain - your mind can only process so many sensations at once and the comb gives your mind something else to feel instead of just contractions. The nerve endings are closer on your hands and as a result they reach your brain faster assisting your body to forget about the contractions. Another strategy? Visualizing a relaxing place — like a beautiful sunset or a favorite vacation spot — can also help divert your attention from the pain of labor. How to use pressure points during labor Giving birth is one of the most amazing experiences a woman can have, but it can also be very challenging. By far the most difficult part of childbirth is the pain and discomfort associated with labor.

When you hold a comb, keep the teeth pointing just below where your fingers meet your palm. When you feel a contraction coming, close your fist around the comb and let the teeth press into your palm. Use as much or as little pressure — whatever feels the best to you. A birth comb is a simple, effective and wonderful pain management tool that helps women in labor as they act as a powerful distraction and tap into acupressure points during labor. Don’t just grab a comb and throw it in your hospital bag. It’s important to learn how to use a birthing comb before attempting this method of pain management. In its original post, the SASH Maternity team said: ‘There are lots of different pharmacological and nonpharmacological approaches to pain-relief in labour, this has been described as a distraction technique rather than pain relief but it's something lots of people have been talking about recently.’ Material: Do you want a wooden comb or a plastic comb? You will only know the answer to this by holding a few different combs in different materials.Now, I also saw an opportunity to give YOU something to focus on. The comb is the perfect spot for some guidance and reassuring words. I etched the phrase “It’s not pain, it’s power” . This is one of my favourite birth quotes because I believe its important to reframe how we talk and think about birth. The word pain has negative connotations and is something we experience when something is wrong. Birth is not one of those events. Contractions/surges/waves… whatever you call them, they are the power of your body working towards moving your baby out in to the world. They are incredible. They are your POWER. A birthing comb is a regular ol’ hair comb. What makes it a “birthing comb” is how you use it. Any comb with teeth (not a brush) will work. Some mamas like the feel of a smooth plastic comb, while others like the natural feel of a wooden comb. Authority to prescribe an Authority medicine is granted for specific indications and/or for certain patient circumstances. Authority may be obtained by telephone to Medicare Australia (known as "phone approval") or in writing from an authorised delegate of the Minister for Health. This is what we refer to as our “Secret Weapon” for labour/birth; an acupressure tool loved by Midwives, Doulas and of course, Mamas alike. She earns bonus points for being waterproof too, unlike timber.