Part One of Two - The EPI-NO Childbirth Trainer birth birth prep childbirth trainer epi-no episiotomy labour pelvic floor perineal massage Oct 04, 2021

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published October 4, 2021

During childbirth, your pelvic floor muscles will be extensively stretched, and it is common to experience tearing. With proper preparation, the likelihood of tearing can be reduced, which can als...

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Part TWO - EPI-NO Childbirth Trainer birth birth prep childbirth trainer epi-no episiotomy labour pelvic floor perineal massage Oct 04, 2021

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published October 4, 2021

How to Use the EPI-NO

The EPI-NO is made up of a silicone balloon that is attached to a pump with a gauge. On the gauge is a needle that registers movement. When you contract, the needle moves up...

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By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December 17, 2019

Black and white photo of a woman lying on her back during labour with her knees held up by support people

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Giving birth works best the way a bowel movement does: upright, in private, and in response to your body’s own urges. Lying on your back, bright lights, interruptions and being ...

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