Wooden Labour Comb for Birth + Storage Bag
Grip the comb between the palm of your hand during labour, direct the teeth of the comb into your palm. Squeeze during contractions.
- 1 Wooden labour comb
- 1 Storage bag with swing tag
Wipe clean with a soft, slightly damp cloth and allow to dry completely before returning it to the storage bag.
Do not soak or submerge the wooden comb in water.
Stop using the comb if the wood becomes damaged, cracked or develops sharp edges.
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A simple little tool to help you focus through each contraction
The Maia Mum Wooden Labour Comb is a compact, drug-free comfort tool designed to be held and squeezed during contractions.
By pressing the teeth of the comb into the palm of your hand, it creates a strong tactile sensation that can give you another point of focus during labour. Small enough to pop straight into your hospital bag, it's an easy addition to your birth toolkit and can be used wherever you choose to labour.
How to Use Your Labour Comb
Place the comb across the palm of your hand with the teeth facing into your palm.
As a contraction begins, wrap your fingers around the comb and squeeze, applying as much pressure as feels comfortable.
Release your grip between contractions and repeat whenever you feel you need it.
Maia Mum Tip: Practise holding your comb during pregnancy so you already know which position feels most comfortable before labour begins.
Wooden Labour Comb FAQs
A labour or birth comb is a small handheld tool that can be squeezed in the palm during contractions. The teeth create a strong tactile sensation that can provide another point of focus during labour.
A labour comb can be used as one of many comfort techniques during labour. Your preferences may change as labour progresses, so speak with your midwife or maternity care provider about the pain-relief options available to you.
No. Because the Maia Mum Labour Comb is made from natural wood, the grain and colour can vary slightly from the photographs. This makes each comb a little different.
Only apply as much pressure as feels comfortable for you. The comb should create a noticeable sensation without injuring or breaking the skin.
You can reach for your labour comb whenever contractions begin to feel more intense or whenever you want an additional physical focal point. You don't have to use it for every contraction.
Place the teeth against the fleshy part of your palm, just below your fingers, then wrap your hand around the comb and squeeze.
