The 5 Positions that UNSTICK Labor at 6cm - + Side-Lying, Jiggle & Shake the Apples | 213

The 5 Positions that UNSTICK Labor at 6cm - + Side-Lying, Jiggle & Shake the Apples | 213

Author: Trish Ware, RN October 17, 2025 Duration: 14:31

Trish guides you through practical, nurse-tested movements inspired by Spinning Babies to help you progress through labor naturally. Learn essential techniques like the jiggle, forward-leaning inversion, sideline release, lateral jiggle, shake the apples, and a tiny sacral nudge. Trish offers step-by-step instructions, partner cues, and advice on when to seek medical guidance. This episode empowers you with knowledge and tools to stay calm and proactive during labor, helping you avoid unnecessary interventions and achieve a more positive birth experience. Practice these moves with your support person and gain confidence for your big day!

As always, if you have any high risk diagnoses or questions get confirmation from your provider first.

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Helpful Timestamps:

  • 01:26 Understanding Labor Physiology
  • 03:17 Techniques to Assist Labor
  • 07:07 Combining Techniques for Effective Labor
  • 09:58 Additional Tips and Encouragement
  • 12:22 Conclusion and Further Resources

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Ever find yourself scrolling through endless forums late at night, wondering about the real, unfiltered details of childbirth that no one seems to talk about plainly? The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama is here to change that. Hosted by Trish Ware, RN, this podcast draws directly from her years in the delivery room, where she’s helped bring thousands of newborns into the world. She knows the questions that keep you up at night, from the logistical-like how to effectively push or what Pitocin actually does-to the vulnerable fears about epidurals, VBACs, or those embarrassing but totally normal moments. Trish moves beyond clinical jargon to offer honest, compassionate, and evidence-based insights that feel like a conversation with a trusted friend who’s seen it all. Each episode tackles a specific aspect of pregnancy, labor, and early parenting, like navigating breastfeeding challenges or figuring out newborn care, with the goal of replacing anxiety with practical knowledge. Tuning into this podcast means getting a seasoned labor nurse’s perspective delivered with warmth and a deep understanding of what you’re going through, helping you feel more prepared and empowered for your own journey.
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