The Winner Flow device is a wonderful little medical device which can be used from the second trimester. It works with the breath to help lengthen the exhale whilst working the Transverse Abdominus muscles and also the pelvic floor and the diaphragm. It does this by the use of a gauge which puts a restriction on the exhale, lengthening it and activating the muscles.
This device is used 2-3 a week and is great for the following;
Gets you physically ready for the birth
Anxiety and panic attacks, as the slower breathing brings a calm to the body
Constipation
Tension in the back muscles
It helps to avoid Diastasis Recti (tummy muscles split in the middle
Helps to keep the pelvic floor intact
Maintains the abdominal muscles
Maintains good respiratory capacity
Protects the Perineum
Prevents urinary leaks
Can help to prepare you for sleep
During labour, breathing out through the Winner Flow activates the muscles which promotes a more efficient descent for the baby whilst providing better pain management.
It will also;
Helps to avoid tearing
Helps to avoid episiotomy
Supports the pelvic floor
It can help to get the foetus in to the proper position
It will keep both mum and baby Oxygenated and helps to regulate the foetal heart rate during labour
You will feel more in control of your labour
Lesser use of instruments during the birth
It can reduce neck pain for the baby
Can be used with or without an epidural
You can use your device after baby has arrived
It can help with the first bowel movement
Helps to work the pelvic floor muscles
Will strengthen the Transverse Abdominus muscles
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