Squatting Birth Position: Benefits and Drawbacks

Giving birth while squatting can be very intuitive for some people, but it’s not recommended for everyone. Here's what to know about pros, cons, and other considerations.

Benefits of Squatting for Birth

Positions for labour and birth

Evidence on: Birthing Positions - Evidence Based Birth®

Staying active and upright positions during labour - HSE.ie

Use — Kaya Birth Stools Support for Comfortable Upright Birth

What is the Evidence for Pushing Positions?

Labor & Birthing Positions (Besides Lying on Your Back)

Know Your Options, Pushing Positions for Labor — Gather Birth Cooperative

Squatting Birth Position: Benefits and Drawbacks

Breathe. Physical Therapy's Top Birthing Positions To Try