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Recently on Polish national TV, a gynaecologist demonstrated on a male celebrity presenter what contraction pain feels like with the aid of muscle training equipment whose settings had been adjusted to simulate contractions.Pain experienced in labour and during contractions was likened to a marathon run or cycle - extremely tiring and repetitive. Just as good preparation is required for these mammoth events so too is good preparation recommended for pregnant woman approaching labour. The … read more

When going into labour, one of the key pieces of information needed at the hospital are contraction times.Why are they so important?More often than not, many first time mums tend to arrive at the hospital before their labour has been established, and are often asked to return home and to come back later. Established labour is basically when your cervix has been dilated to more than 3cm and regular contractions are opening the cervix. It's usually at this stage that pregnant women are offere … read more

Can any TENS machine be used?- No. Babycare TENS machines are specifically designed for childbirth. Specific features include larger pads than the other TENS machines and a boost button. This boost button gives that extra surge of power required for contractions. The Elle TENS + has a contraction timer that helps you to calculate the times between your contractions.How safe are Babycare TENS machines?- They are very safe. As a drug free pain relief unit, Babycare TENS machines are specifically … read more