During birth, the perineum stretches to make room for the baby. Most women (approximately 85%) will sustain a small tear during vaginal delivery of a baby and approx 1 in 6 will have an episiotomy. Perineal massage aims to reduce the risk and severity of tears, relaxing the tissue around the perineal in preparation for birth.
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