Does Squatting Help with Labor?

Squats can offer many benefits for both you and your baby-to-be during pregnancy, labor, and after delivery. Squatting during labor and delivery may help open your pelvis, assisting in baby's descent. This is why squats are an important exercise to practice during pregnancy.

Will squatting help induce labor?

Squats are a great way to prepare for and to promote labor. “Squats allow gravity to open your pelvis,” says Amanda, “giving your baby more room to descend further into the birth canal.” What is this? Lunges are another good exercise to help bring on labor.

How long should I do squats to induce labor?

Supported squats help strengthen the glutes and legs, stretch the pelvic floor and encourage baby to move down. Stretching the pelvic floor helps your body relax, says Green, who recommends spending up to five minutes a day doing squats once baby is in the head down position.