With or without an epidural, childbirth is unfortunately painful. And this, in particular because of contractions. But do you know the comb method to relieve pain? A midwife explains everything to us!
Many pregnant women dread childbirth. And for good reason, when the first contractions arrive It’s not fun. Furthermore, to pose epidural, you must wait until the contractions intensify and the cervix is sufficiently dilated. This moment can therefore last a long time and can frighten pregnant women. Fortunately, there are tips for relieving the pain of contractions. Of which the comb trick, explained recently by a midwife.
Followed by 128,000 people, midwife Élise regularly provides advice to her subscribers on how to better experience pregnancy. In a recent video, the midwife details the comb trick. But how can a simple comb help relieve contraction pain? It is in fact of a method of diversion of pain. A technique that “allows a significant reduction in the rate of epidurals”, according to Élise. Who adds: “it is scientifically proven that the use of epidurals is reduced (almost by 40%) using this technique.”
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The comb technique to reduce the pain of contractions
Concretely, while a contraction is felt, you have to hold the comb tightly in your hand. What will destabilize our brain, which is unable to concentrate on 2 pains at the same time. “When you squeeze the comb against your palm during the contraction, you forget the pain of the contraction and you concentrate on the pain of the comb”, explains the midwife in her Instagram video. Then, Élise indicates that in response to this pain, the brain will secrete endorphin, which is a natural morphine.
“Your brain will release endorphins everywhere in your body, except where you created the new pain. This therefore relieves the pain of contraction and the effect of this natural morphine often lasts longer than the contraction. You trapped your brain”, indicates the midwife. A very simple tip which seems rather effective if we refer to the numerous comments under his publication.
Passionate about women’s news, Agathe has been deciphering the latest trends for aufeminin since 2022. Her favorite areas? Psychology, nutrition and well-being advice, without forgetting the tips…