Breathing exercises for labor?

Question

Dear Moms (to be) 😊
Can you share any advice on breathing exercises/videos you would recommend to prepare for labor? I’ve been reading a lot of positive stories where both for natural / medicated delivery the right breathing techniques made all the difference. 
Any insights you could share will go a long way. Have a good Saturday!

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Your nurse while in labor should be able to assist you on what she thinks is best! 
Also squeezing a comb!

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There’s lots of stuff out there like Lamaze, hypno birthing, etc. I think you just have to try and see what works for you. I like watching Werking Mama on YT she’s a doula and gives practical advice. A lot of it has to do with how you process pain and stress. I can lean into the pain and it makes it better for me some people they’re not like that they need a distraction. I’ve never used a “method” in my deliveries, just a simple mindset for me I tell myself “This will hurt but your body knows what it’s doing, God is in control and you will be okay.”

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I can’t afford to go to hypnobirthing classes so just looked up hypnobirthing on Spotify and there’s lots on there with guided meditation that I’ve found really helpful that I hope to use during labour wether it be unmedicated, medicated or with intervention. Hopefully you can find something on there that’s helpful.

Breathing exercises for labor?

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