Sitting position that helps the fetus enter the pelvis

Engagement in the pelvis is a prerequisite for the baby to enter labor. Generally, the baby enters the pelvis before the onset of full labor pains at 36 weeks of pregnancy. Most first-time mothers enter the pelvis in the first two weeks of delivery, and most primiparas enter the pelvis before the onset of pains. However, some pregnant women complete the entire process of engagement in the pelvis within a few days. So, how to sit and push the fetal head into the pelvis?

How to push the fetal head into the pelvis

If the baby is slow to enter the pelvis, the expectant mother can use the following 7 small exercises to promote the fetal head into the pelvis. Of course, all fitness exercises should be arranged according to the energy of the pregnant mother herself, and don't rush for success.

1. Take a walk: Taking a walk is a favorite fitness exercise for many mothers. It can help the fetus to lower into the pelvis, relax the pelvic tendons, and prepare for delivery. It is best for mothers to massage while walking, twice a day, each time for about 30 minutes. It is best to choose a quiet area for a walk without air pollutants around.

2. Leg rowing exercise: The expectant mother can stand in the room, lean on the back of the hand tractor, keep the left leg still, draw circles with the left foot, recover after finishing, change legs and do it again, do it 5-6 times in the morning, noon and evening.

3. Pony stance: The expectant mother holds the edge of the tractor table, stands firmly with both feet, slowly bends the knees, lowers the pelvis, and naturally separates the knees until they are completely bent. Then, stand up slowly, using your feet to push upwards until both legs and pelvis are upright. Repeat several times.

4. Waist exercise: The expectant mother holds the tractor backrest with her hands, breathes slowly, and at the same time exerts force on her arms, lifts her heels, straightens her waist, makes her lower abdomen close to the backrest, then breathes slowly, relaxes her arms, and restores her feet. Do this 5-6 times in the morning, noon, and evening.

5. Pelvic exercise: The expectant mother touches the ground with her hands and knees, arches her back and exhales, while tilting her head back and lifting her upper body as high as possible. Repeat 10 times.

6. Climbing stairs: Climbing stairs can exercise the thigh and waist muscles, and help the fetal head enter the pelvis, so that the first stage of labor can come as soon as possible. Normally, my mother can climb the stairs and find a small hill to walk on in the afternoon. If you feel tired, take a rest immediately and ensure safety when going downstairs.

7. Private muscle exercise: The expectant mother can lie flat on the bed, slowly contract the private muscles, and at the same time pull the buttocks up, count to 5 and then slowly fall down, and repeat 10 times.

Changes in the appearance of the abdomen

Entering the disc means that the fetus moves downward. Pregnant mothers will notice that the shape of their abdomen has changed. The abdomen seems to have dropped a little, like a melon turning into a grapefruit.

Lower abdomen feels heavy and there is pain in private parts

As the fetus moves downward, its private parts and sacrum will be compressed. The pregnant mother can feel a downward energy and slight pressure pain in the private parts. Therefore, after the fetal head enters the pelvis, you should pay attention to rest and avoid lifting objects. To prevent the abdomen from falling downwards and causing excessive energy, which may lead to placental abruption.

Irregular uterine contractions become more frequent

Because the fetus falls downward to stimulate the private parts and other reproductive organs, false labor occurs more frequently, so you don't need to be too nervous.

Frequent urination and urgency

The bladder that stores urine is located in the lower abdomen, in front of the uterus. When the fetal head enters the pelvis, the uterus continues to expand and compresses the bladder, causing the bladder's function of storing urine to weaken, and pregnant women will experience frequent and urgent urination.

Breathing becomes easier and appetite improves

Because the fetal head enters the pelvis, the fetal position lowers, which relieves the pressure on the diaphragm, lungs, heart, and stomach. The functions of the upper organs will gradually recover, and you will feel that you can breathe more easily and eat more.

PS: The fetal position is relatively fixed after entering the pelvis, which also lays the foundation for a successful delivery in the near future. Because the baby has entered the uterus, the pregnant mother will not experience the above-mentioned symptoms. There is no need to worry if there is no rupture of amniotic fluid, spotting during pregnancy, frequent uterine contractions and other delivery symptoms. The most important thing is to maintain a happy mood, walk properly, and keep your body in the best condition.