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Labor positions
Standing, walking and swaying
Rocking
Leaning forward
Lunging
Kneeling
Squatting
On hands and knees
Lying on your side
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Rocking
Leaning forward
Lunging
Kneeling
Squatting
On hands and knees
Lying on your side
Content
Standing, walking and swaying
Standing or walking during the first stage of labor might make that stage go faster. Lean on a labor partner for support during contractions. You also can put your arms around your partner's neck and sway, as though you were slow dancing. This is a good position for a back rub too.
