What is Perineal Massage
                     What is 
Perineal 
Massage
Having a baby is exciting, especially for first-
time moms. If you are planning to give birth 
the natural way, it helps to prepare well for 
the journey ahead. 
Although the human body is capable of amazing feats
—including giving birth to a baby—all that pushing 
and heaving can cause trauma to the perineum.
Perineal massage during pregnancy may help 
reduce childbirth pains and even prevent 
tearing.
● What is perineal massage?
● There is nothing you want more than for your baby to have a 
normal childbirth—except maybe less perineal trauma for 
you. Perineal massage during the late stage of pregnancy 
has been used for generations to prepare the perineum for 
delivery. It loosens the tight perineal muscles, which softens 
and flexes the birth canal. 
Perineal massage is recommended by healthcare organizations: 
many studies have shown that it successfully reduces perineal 
trauma during birth, and can even allow you to recover faster, 
with less pain. Perineal massage can be done by you or a 
partner.
The best time to get perineal massage is 
anytime from the 3th or 35th week of your 
pregnancy. Some studies have shown that the 
more frequently it is done, the lower the risk 
of perineal tears.
The perineum is the area between the vagina and the anus. This 
diamond-shaped area is comprised of a thin layer of subcutaneous 
tissue (aptly called perineal muscles) and skin. The perineum connects 
with the pelvic floor muscles, which support the pelvic organs such as 
the bowels and bladder. A damaged perineum may weaken the pelvic 
floor muscles.