Mar 01 2025 36 mins 1
In this episode, we are diving into two game-changing strategies for labour: STOP and FLOP. These simple, yet powerful tools can help you navigate your birth journey with a sense of calm, control, and empowerment.
Developed through years of experience in the birth space, these methods are designed to help you release tension, trust your body, and create the right conditions for oxytocin to flow. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, home birth, or anything in between, STOP and FLOP can make all the difference in how you experience labour.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What STOP and FLOP mean, and how to use them during labour
- How these strategies support the natural birth process
- Why creating physical and mental space can help oxytocin flow
- Practical ways to surrender to labour with confidence
🎧 Tune in now for simple strategies that can transform your birth experience.
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