POV: You want to protect your vagina, pelvic floor, and perineum during birth and you've heard there are ways to reduce your risks for injury (like tearing, prolapse, incontinence, and hemorrhoids).

You've maybe heard warm compresses and perineal massage is helpful and wondering if this is your answer.

While these might help a little, there's SO much more to the story.

💡The things that can actually make a difference? Hardly anyone talks about them!

Here's the truth: Some risk factors for birth injuries are out of your control 💔, but many are NOT.

And the best time to take control? 👉 Before your birth.

As a pelvic floor physical therapist and birth coach, I’ve helped literally thousands of women protect their pelvic floors during birth (and after), and I want you to have those same tools.

There are two major ways to protect your pelvic floor and reduce your risk of injury:

1️⃣ What you do before birth to prepare your pelvis.

2️⃣ What you do during birth to protect your pelvis. 

Today, let’s talk about what you can include in your birth plan to protect your pelvic floor during birth, especially if you’re planning a hospital-based birth (because having a plan is ESSENTIAL).

4 Things to Add to Your Birth Plan (for a Safer Pelvic Floor)

#1 - I do NOT want an episiotomy

Here's what most people won't tell you: Episiotomies may increase your risk for severe tearing. They should ONLY be used in rare, emergency situations.

💡 Did you know? If you agree to forceps or vacuum assistance, an episiotomy is often done automatically, without clear, informed consent.

Be proactive. Ask your provider about their episiotomy rate and be cautious if they use them routinely.

#2 - I do NOT want to be coached on how to push

Most hospital teams will encourage "purple pushing" (holding your breath and pushing hard). But this increases your risk for:

❌Tearing

❌Hemorrhoids

❌Postpartum prolapse

❌Incontinence

✨Instead, plan for birther-led, open-glottis pushing (breathing through your pushes). Your pelvic floor will thank you ! 

👀 Want to join over 2,200 women who know EXACTLY how to protect their pelvic floor during birth?

📋 Grab the Pelvic Floor Protection Plan and get started today!

#3 - I want to WAIT until I feel the urge to push

Most hospital teams will have you push as soon as you reach 10 cm dilation, even if your baby is still high in your pelvis. This leads to:

❌More time and effort pushing

❌Increased strain on your pelvic floor

Instead, you can wait for your body to naturally feel the urge to push (called laboring down).

💡 Pro tip: Laboring down has risks and benefits (especially if you have an epidural), so research this option and discuss it with your provider!

#4 - I want to birth in ANY position that feels right

The standard position (on your back with knees pulled up) increases your risk of tearing, but it’s the default in most hospitals.

🙌Here’s the good news: ANY other position is better for your pelvic floor.

And if you choose to birth on your back, there are simple modifications that can reduce your risk.

They’ll Guide Your Baby Out, But You Can Take Control of What Happens To Your Body

Here's how 👇

📉 Understand your options, make informed choices, and start preparing your pelvis and pelvic floor NOW.

If you're serious about preparing your pelvis, pushing well AND protecting your vagina, you're definitely ready for this! 

👀 Grab the step-by-step action plan without wasting any more time on freebies, scrolling social media or guessing if you've got all the latest info! 👇