The intention is to speed things up, but often this just leads to feeling tired sooner rather than truly helping labor progress. You’ll need your energy later, so this is a time to go gently. In early labor, try focusing on: 🤍 Rest 🤍 Eating regularly 🤍 Staying hydrated 🤍 Doing things that feel calming and comforting 🤍 Getting cozy and feeling safe Ignore labor for as long as you can - until it *demands* your attention. Save this for later, and follow for more calm, practical birth preparati