10 Things You Never Say to a Woman in Labour

Labour is a tough time for any pregnant woman. After having gone through a lot of changes, physically as well as emotionally, through nine months, it all culminates in this one process of delivery. There are certain things that prove to be encouraging and motivating at this time, while others can be an absolute faux pas, driving the woman already in immense pain completely over the edge into the domain of anger, say some of the best gynaecologists in Hyderabad.

Here are a few things that you should never say to your partner when she is in labour.

'You Don't Have to be a Hero'

This is the most boring and unfortunately the oldest of lines that should never be said to a woman in labour. Most of the people use it either when the woman decides whether to get an epidural or not or when she has already received an epidural.

'I Hate to See You in Pain'

This phrase is often used by those who feel terrible seeing their partner in so much pain and not being able to do anything about it. If you can’t say something positive, don’t say anything at all!

'How are You Doing?

How do you expect a woman in labour is doing? Of course, she is not feeling great. Add to that, she's tired, hungry, nauseated, in pain or emotionally spent. Can you do anything about it? If no, then don't ask!

'Just Relax'

When labour gets difficult and painful, a woman is full of emotions. She is tense, scared and in a lot of pain. So don't tell her to 'relax' because she probably doesn't know how to!

'What Can I Do?'

Admit it, even you don't know what you can do in this situation. A woman in this condition is not a thinking mind and is unlikely to give you a good answer for that question.

'I Am So Tired'

You are not the one who is having the baby and if you are tired, imagine how tired the labouring mother would be!

'Just Breath'

Of course, she knows that! In fact, most of the time she's taking quick, shallow breaths to cope with her labour.

'You Need to Be Quiet'

If you have problems with her being loud, it is you who needs to leave that place. Giving birth is a noisy process. Get used to it.

'Don't Push'

Sometimes the woman starts pushing before her cervix is ready but that happens involuntarily. So, telling her not to push doesn’t help.

'You're Going to Tear'

Thank you for adding to all the stress and tension!

These suggestions from some of the best gynecologists in Hyderabad will help you be a good support when your partner is going through one of the biggest experiences in her life. So, keep them in mind.