I first read about birth socks here, and then again in one of my pregnancy books. Tonight I've been having a lot of back cramping (something Stephanie says is probably a sign of dilation--hooray!) so I made one. And it's been wonderful. So, for all you anticipating laborers out there, here's the how-to:
Fill a white tube sock (I used one of Dave's for its length) with about 2 1/2 cups of rice, enough to make a supple pack that can hold heat for 20 min. Sew or secure the end with a rubberband. Microwave the sock for about two to three minutes. I added 5 drops of lavender essential oil to my rice for some aromatherapy.
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i've had all that back cramping, pelvic pressure, etc for weeks and it has done nothing for me. nothing. i really think my body doesn't want to have this baby.
awesome! My SIL Amie made lavender rice bags for us for christmas one year and they kids use them to warm up their beds in winter. hooray for dilation!
I hope the little one is here soon!
can't wait to see that new little baby! Hang in there!!
You will LOVE your birth sock in labor!°Ü°
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