Downward From Knees

Downward From Knees

Woman leaning down with forehead on hand while on knees with feet apart

Lowering yourself from hands-and-knees can help ease the physical and emotional intensity of labour. It is also used to take pressure off of the back and may help shift a baby to a more favourable position. You may find it eases back labour.

Current as of: November 9, 2022

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Kirtly Jones MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology
JoLynn Montgomery PA - Family Medicine