How effective was perineal massage for you?

[Kaleidoscope]

I'm wondering if doing this actually helps reduce tearing or not. I found a youtube video which demonstrates a method of massage and I think I'd like to give it a go as I certainly would like to reduce any tearing if I can. I would love to know your experiences.

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Ohh never did it, did tear slightly with my first but not too bad, tore inside with the last 2 but healed well.not painful...can't do any harm be interesting to see how you get on if you do, let us know x

[hippolike]

I am also very keen to know the answer to Kaleidoscope's question! I friend of mine did it before she had her first, but then ended up having to have a c-section so never found out if it helped or not ... The 'What to Expect' book says that if you do try it, to be gentle as you don't want to damage yourself ... Can people also recommend any products (sorry to piggyback on your question, Kaleidoscope!)?

[Kaleidoscope in reply to hippolike]

Vitamin E oil I think is supposed to be good for using down there. Here is the youtube video clip I found. I still haven't done it. I'm scared too in some ways!

youtu.be/DK2P8Ziqc6Y(Not working as expected?)

Gently gently sounds like very good advice!

[hippolike in reply to Kaleidoscope]

Thanks Kaleidoscope! Will check it out xx