Listen "Episode 402: Learn About the Peanut Ball as a Birthing Tool"
Episode Synopsis
In today’s episode, Anita is breaking down what a peanut ball is, as well as how to prepare yourself ahead of time and use one for a more comfortable delivery. If you are curious about whether you should use one (as well as what size to get and how to use it), this episode is for you!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and References Anita’s online Bump to Birth self-paced programAnita’s InstagramTo Birth and Beyond on InstagramShow Notes 0:55 - Join Bump to Birth, today!2:47 - Anita introduces today’s episode!3:51 - What IS a peanut ball, and how it’s different from a traditional exercise ball!5:02 - Can we us a peanut ball with an epidural?5:52 - Anita discusses when you’d use a peanut ball in labour (and before!)7:55 - How does the peanut ball help with labour progress?9:24 - The importance of learning different ways to use the peanut ball before delivery10:25 - Anita describes common peanut ball positions15:52 - Why you should try these positions ahead of time, if possible!17:10 - Advice for you if you are looking to get your own peanut ball19:09 - Episode wrap up
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