6 ways to avoid an episiotomy
An episiotomy is the name used to describe a surgical cut with a scissors to the perineum during birth. The original theory behind performing an episiotomy was to help prevent a serious tear during childbirth but evidence now shows that routine episiotomies cause more harm to mothers than a natural tear and should only be used in limited circumstances. Episiotomy is hard to pronounce and hard to think about without crossing your legs! The good news is there are a number of things that you can do to minimise your chances of having one. Read more →