How to Actually Use a Labor Positions Guide During Birth

A lot of people buy birth prep books during pregnancy—but few of them are designed to be flipped through during labor. When I created A Doula’s Guide to Labor Positions, I knew I wanted it to feel like a true hands-on tool, not just a learning resource.

Whether you’re a birth partner, doula, or birthing person, here’s how to actually use the guide when the time comes:

It’s Made for Real-Time Use

Each position in the book includes:

• A clear illustration with inclusive representation

• When to try it (e.g. for back labor, resting, dilation stalls)

• What it supports (comfort, rotation, progress, etc.)

• How to modify it (for epidurals, smaller spaces, or solo use)

  
  

This makes it easy to flip to a page, glance at the key info, and try something new without needing a full birth class in the moment.

Use It to Pivot with Purpose

Labor doesn’t always go according to plan—but your movement can still be intentional. You can use the guide to:

• Try positions based on what you’re feeling (intensity, back pressure, etc.)

• Adapt positions to your environment (home, hospital, water birth)

• Keep labor progressing with smart movement rather than guessing

  
  

It’s a Lifesaver for Partners and Support People

This book was written with you in mind, too. No guessing, no frantic Googling. Partners can:

• Flip to a section based on labor stage or challenge

• Offer new suggestions without interrupting the flow

• Feel confident being hands-on without needing tons of training

  
  

Designed by a Doula, Built for Birth

This isn’t just a book—it’s a bridge between knowing and doing. It’s spiral-bound so it lays flat, sized to toss in a birth bag, and packed with practical tools, tips, and illustrations to make labor support easier, more informed, and less intimidating. Watch a quick explanation of how it works in this short video:

You deserve support tools that work with you, not just teach you. Explore the guide here: 

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