Episode 127 - Prodromal Labour: What's Going On and Why It's Not Wasted

Have you been experiencing regular tightening's that seem to start and stop, leaving you wondering if labour is finally beginning… or not? You’re not alone, and you’re not imagining things.

In this episode, I’m diving into prodromal labour — sometimes frustratingly called "false labour" (but let’s be honest, there’s nothing false about it!). I’ll walk you through:

• What prodromal labour actually is
• Why it happens (hint: your body is doing important prep work!)
• How to cope with it physically and emotionally
• Why rest, reframing and reassurance are key
• And how hypnobirthing techniques can help you stay calm and confident through it all

If you're currently in this phase or want to understand it better before birth, this episode is for you.

💛 You are not broken. Your body is working beautifully. Let’s talk about it.

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