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What signature techniques does Hilary Erickson recommend for labor anxiety management?
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From Hilary Erickson0 votes
Hilary here 👋 Labor anxiety is so normal, and there are a few “signature” tools I come back to again and again with patients and in my classes:
- Deep diaphragmatic (belly) breathing to calm your nervous system and improve oxygenation
- Rhythm or counted breathing (including “square” breathing patterns)
- Visualization of a peaceful place while you breathe
- Progressive muscle relaxation from toes to head
- Labor‑specific breathing: relaxed breathing during and between contractions, Lamaze‑style “pant‑pant‑blow,” and a big cleansing breath after each contraction to reset your body and mind
Would you like a simple step‑by‑step you can screenshot and practice daily?
