Perineum: the complete guide for expectant and new mothers

Dear future and new moms 🤰, today we break taboos! 🎯 We are going to talk about a subject we don’t always dare to discuss but that is SUPER important: the perineum! 💫 This small muscular area plays an essential role in your well-being during pregnancy and after childbirth.

And yet, it is often neglected! 🤫 So get comfortable ☕, at You & Milk, we will explain everything about this precious muscle and give you all our tips to take care of it. Because yes, a healthy perineum is the key to a fulfilling motherhood! ✨

Understanding your perineum is the key! 💫

Let’s start with the basics: your perineum is like a mini ultra-sophisticated muscular trampoline, located between the pubis and the coccyx. It supports your organs (bladder, uterus, rectum) and plays a very important role in continence and intimate pleasure. During pregnancy, this little muscle works many extra hours! 💪

In reality, like an elastic hammock, it gradually stretches to welcome the baby. The further your pregnancy progresses, the more weight it supports. To fulfill its mission, it must therefore remain flexible while maintaining its tone. Not an easy mission! 🎯

Take care of your perineum from the start! 🌸

The good news? You can help your perineum stay in shape from the beginning of your pregnancy. Rightly so, here are our little tips:

• The "elevator" exercise: contract your perineum in stages, as if you were going up the floors of a building. Go up, hold, go down... It’s simple and effective!
• Prenatal yoga: some gentle postures naturally strengthen your perineum. As a bonus, it relaxes and feels amazing! 🧘‍♀️
• The cat position: on all fours, alternate between a rounded back and a hollow back. It’s excellent for perineum flexibility and your back’s well-being. 🐱

Don’t forget: every little attention counts. Regular practice of these exercises will therefore be very useful for your perineum! ✨

The big day: your perineum in the front line! 🎯

Let’s talk about childbirth! This is THE moment when your perineum will perform its greatest feat. Like an athlete preparing for the Olympic Games, it must be ready for this big moment. 🏆

During labor, trust it and listen to your midwife’s advice. She will guide you on the best positions to adopt and the perfect timing for pushing. Here, your breathing, your movements, and your perineum work in harmony to welcome the baby. 🌟

Rehabilitation: the comeback of your perineum! 💪

After giving birth to your baby, your perineum deserves a tailored fitness program. Like an athlete recovering from an exceptional performance, your body needs gentle recovery! 🏃‍♀️

• Daily Kegel exercises to regain tone.
• Consultation with a specialist in perineal rehabilitation.
• Suitable clothing: cotton panties, loose pants... Bye bye compression clothes! 👗
• Listen to your body: your perineum is not in a hurry, it prefers the slow attitude! ⏳

The secret to success? Listen to your body and go at your own pace. By the way, at You & Milk, we thought of everything: our nursing pillows and nursing clothes are designed to support you in this rehabilitation without constraints. You can absolutely be a wonder woman in rehabilitation while staying stylish! ✨