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Tips for Preparing Your Space for Labour and Delivery<o:p></o:p>Introduction<o:p></o:p>The environment in which you give birth plays a significant role in your comfort, relaxation, and overall birthing experience. A well-prepared space can help promote a smooth and positive labour by reducing stress, encouraging relaxation, and supporting your body’s natural processes. Whether you plan to give birth at home, in a birth centre, or in a hospital, these tips will help you create a calm and supportive atmosphere.<o:p></o:p><o:p> </o:p>1. Creating a Soothing Atmosphere<o:p></o:p>Lighting<o:p></o:p><ul><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:transparent;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 36.0pt;">Soft, dim lighting helps signal your body to relax and release oxytocin, the hormone essential for labour progression.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:transparent;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 36.0pt;">Use fairy lights, salt lamps, or battery-operated candles to create a gentle glow.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:transparent;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 36.0pt;">If in a hospital, consider bringing an eye mask to block out harsh lighting.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>Sounds and Music<o:p></o:p><ul><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:transparent;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 36.0pt;">Create a playlist with calming music, nature sounds, or guided meditations.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:transparent;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 36.0pt;">White noise machines or soft instrumental sounds can help drown out unwanted noise.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:transparent;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;tab-stops:list 36.0pt;">Hypnobirthing affirmations or birth visualisations can be beneficial.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>