Pelvic presentation of the fetus, causes, exercises, video tips

Preparation for childbirth is a long and complex process, the expectant mother fulfills all the prescriptions of the doctor, hoping that the baby will be healthy, and the birth will be natural. But some situations can not depend on the zeal of a woman. For example, the presence of a pelvic presentation of a child can complicate the process of childbirth.

Consider the pelvic presentation of the fetus, the causes of which can be very different.

What is a pelvic presentation

Let's try to ruin what is a pelvic presentation. This is the location of the fetus in the uterus, where its pelvic part is located at the bottom. It turns out the baby is sitting with the pelvis down, and not the head, as it is necessary for the standard generic process.

Such births do not happen very often, in 3-5% of cases. The birth in pelvic presentation is considered a pathology, a child can be injured, complications in the process of labor can occur.

The diagnosis can be made only after 32 weeks of pregnancy. The child is in free swimming with the mother in the tummy and turns over as he pleases. Due to the intensive movement and space in the uterus, the baby develops, its muscles and motor apparatus are strengthened.

Causes of pelvic presentation

For example, a hereditary factor: it is noted that in those patients who carry the fetus in pelvic presentation, the situation of their birth is repeated. They themselves were born under similar circumstances .

Causes that contribute to this position of the fetus: a modified form of the pelvis, for example, due to rickets, suffered in childhood. This can be a narrow pelvis, uterine fibroids or vices in its development, for example, the presence of a septum, saddle shape, etc.

Pelvic presentation can be caused by excessive fetal mobility, especially with polyhydramnios and, on the contrary, low mobility, with several fetuses or lack of hydration.

The features of placenta previa and hypertension of the lower part of the uterus can be the causes of this position of the fetus.

This situation can have many different causes, here it is important to diagnose prematurely. There are several types of this presentation. Among them, a full or partial leg, mixed gluteal or breech presentation. The whole process of delivery is based on this situation of the child in the uterus.

It should be noted that until the 28th week this arrangement of the fetus is the norm. But if there is no natural coup, the doctor prescribes the exercises.

Breech exercises

Such exercises are aimed at creating discomfort for the baby, forcing him to take another convenient pose. These exercises are represented by several methods. The specialist who observes the patient will advise what can be used.

But exercises in the pelvic position of the fetus can not be performed by everyone, there are contraindications: placenta previa, the presence of a scar on the uterus, the threat of premature delivery, etc. It should be noted that the probability of having a cesarean section at a given fetal location is 80%, and exercises can have a significanthelp.

Here are some exemplary exercises that you can do to change the position of the fetus in the uterus:

Exercise No. 1

These exercises are performed by turning the couches from side to side. Do 3-5 approaches in a short time, about 8-10 minutes. Do this exercise 3 times a day.

Exercise No. 2

Lying on your back, place a cushion or pillow under your waist. The pelvis should be above the head. This position should be kept for 10 to 15 minutes. Longer it is not necessary.

Videos on this topic

Exercise # 1 with breech presentation:

Exercise # 2

All about breech presentation: