Perineum Massage Oil

Research shows perineal massage in the third trimester is likely to reduce your chances of perineal trauma. What’s more, most mums-to-be who tried perineal massage felt comfortable and positive about their experience. They said they’d do it again in another pregnancy and would recommend it to others.

The perineum is the skin and muscle between vagina and anus. You can massage your perineum by yourself, or with your partner if you’d prefer.

Perineal massage aims to stretch, usually using two fingers, the perineal tissues ready for birth.

You can start practising perineal massage whenever you like, and many women will start during the third trimester. Avoid perineal massage if you have vaginal herpes, thrush or a vaginal infection. 

 

https://www.nct.org.uk/pregnancy/worries-and-discomforts/common-discomforts/how-do-perineal-massage-step-step-guide