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Music and Child Birth
Research has proven that mothers require less pharmaceutical pain relief during
labour if they make use of music. Using music that is familiar and associated with
positive imagery is the most helpful. During early labour, this will promote relaxation.
Maternal movement is helpful to get the baby into a proper birthing position and dilate
the cervix.
Enjoying some "music to move by" can encourage the mother to stay active for as
long as possible during labour. The rhythmic auditory stimulation may also prompt the
body to release endorphins, which are a natural form of pain relief. Many women
select different styles of music for each stage of labour, with a more intense, or faster
piece feeling like a natural accompaniment to the more difficult parts of labour.
Instrumental music is often preferred.
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