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The thought of vaginal tearing can make any woman cringe. And let\u2019s not even think about episiotomies. Are there ways to avoid tearing? What\u2019s the evidence behind perineal massage, kegels and squats? Will being told how to push make things worse? Rachel Reed tells us more about protecting your perineum during birth.\n\nGet the most of this episode by checking out the resources and links listed on the \u201cshow-notes\u201d page at: birthful.com/podcast-protecting-perineum-tear\n\nDownload Birthful's Postpartum Plan FREE when you sign up for our weekly newsletter at Birthful.com! Don't miss even more tips, insights, and news from Adriana and her guests! \n\nTitle music: \u201cVibe Ace\u201d by Kevin MacLeod, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/ (\xa9CC BY)\n\nSponsorship music: \u201cAir Hockey Saloon\u201d by Chris Zabriskie, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Chris_Zabriskie/ (\xa9CC BY)\n\nSupport this podcast at \u2014 https://redcircle.com/birthful/donations\n\nAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands