Q: Help! I just had my 36-week checkup at the
gynecologist and they told me that my baby is breech, meaning that if it
doesn’t go head-down soon, I’m going to have to have a C-section. I
know this isn’t the worst thing in the world, but I’d really like to try
to deliver the baby naturally. Got any tips on turning a breech baby?
A: Babies are funny things, aren’t they? First of all, I’m not sure I understand why all
babies aren’t breech. I mean, seriously — how comfortable is it to
basically be floating upside-down inside a uterus, you know what I’m
saying?
Lucky for you, I have a few tips that you can try, some at home, and
some with the help of a professional. And while I'm not a doctor (nor do
I play one on TV), I do know that you should always consult your
healthcare professional before following any medical advice.
Things you can try at home first though, since those are the easiest
(and least painful). First off, try rocking back on forth on your hands
and knees for about 10 minutes a day. This is supposed to open up your
uterus and give your baby room to turn comfortably and naturally. Some
people do this with their butt way up in the air, and their forearms on
the floor, encouraging your baby to leave the pelvis and flip even more.
It may look silly, but I’ve heard that it’s one of the most effective
baby-turning exercises you can do.
Some people even suggest standing on your head (leaning against a wall,
that is). I don’t know about you though — I can’t even stand on my
head when I’m not pregnant, so I imagine it’s even more difficult when
you’ve got a baby in your belly and your center of gravity is severely
compromised.
Another thing you can try at home: There are those who suggest putting a
cold ice pack (or a frozen bag of veggies will do too) where the baby’s
head is. Babies tend to move where it’s warmer and so this might spur
the baby to turn on its own, as well. The alternative (and more positive
approach) to this technique is to shine a light where you’d like your
baby’s head to go in hopes that it will “turn toward the light” —
literally.
So what if you’ve tried everything at home and still your baby won’t
turn? One option you can try to turn your baby (relatively) naturally is
acupuncture.
Acupuncture enthusiasts will tell you that if the right energy is
released through acupuncture, your uterus will loosen and the baby can
turn freely and naturally, without the help of conventional medicine.
Beware, though, some babies are just not going to turn, no matter what
you do. And that’s OK, because what really counts is that a healthy baby
will be placed in your hands immediately following delivery, no matter
how it gets there!
Semua pon xtry buat lagi.. Cane nk turn baby niii???
