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Perineal Massage Wand Guide If you re reading this then you potentially know that pushing a watermelon sized human can take a toll on your vagina more A perineal massage is a gentle way to help prepare the tissue area between the vagina and rectum for childbirth to overall soften the blow

GET TO KNOW YOURSELF Perineum tissue area between your vaginal opening and your anus Vagina Vulva Perineum Rectum WHEN TO START MASSAGING Caution Consult your healthcare provider regarding when you should start how often you should be massaging Starting at around 34 weeks of pregnancy perineal massaging can begin to prep the tissue around the perineum to reduce the risk of tearing on D elivery Day Frequency around 1 2 times a day Duration up to 15 minutes for each massage sesh WARNING PRECAUTIONS Consult a medical professional before performing a perineal massage if you have a vaginal infection such as thrush or yeast infection or have a sexually transmitted disease Do not share the wand or use a wand that was used by another person Discontinue use and speak with your healthcare provider if you experience discomfort burning or itching Do not use if the wand is damaged in any way Use only as directed For external use only Not for use as a pelvic floor massage tool or other internal device Keep out of the reach of children Not for use by persons with reduced physical mental or sensory abilities 2

INDICATIONS FOR USE The Frida Mom Perineal Massage Wand is intended to massage the perineal area to help reduce the occurrence of perineal tearing It is intended to be used at home by the expecting mother BEFORE YOU START Wash prep Wash your hands and Perineal Wand thoroughly using a mild soap Get into position Find a position that allows you to comfortably perform the massage such as lying in bed with your back propped up with pillows and knees bent towards your chest Additional support At the beginning you will want to use the mirror in the box to get familiar with yourself ensure you re massaging the proper area Get in the mood A 10 minute bath or warm compress may help relax and loosen up the muscles that surround your perineum Dim the lights light a candle take some deep calming breaths to get in the right mindset RECOMMENDED POSITION Lying in bed propped up on pillows knees bent Open the mirror flap up or stand the mirror up to get a good look while massaging 3

GET TO KNOW YOUR WAND Handle Massage tip How to hold For less pressure Grip wand with thumb over Frida logo Use up to the widest part of the tip For more pressure Grip wand with thumb below Frida logo 4

LET S GET STARTED Tip Take a warm bath beforehand to relax the muscles yourself Step 1 Wash your hands and Perineal Wand using mild soap Step 2 Get your body and mirror into position Pro Tip Apply Stretch Prep Balm sold separately to the perineal area to moisturize soften the skin before massage Step 3 Apply a pea sized amount of personal lubricant to the wand Re apply during massage for comfort Step 4 Massage from the bottom center of the vaginal opening up along both sides working in a U shaped motion Only insert wand up to the widest part of the tip Step 5 Grip wand and pull wrist back towards yourself to apply targeted pressure at the bottom center of the vaginal opening using the widest part of the wand If you experience any irritation with use please discontinue using the wand Step 6 After finishing massage wash wand with mild soap water Air or towel dry Store it in the included case or storage bag in a cool dry place Love it Leave a review fridamom com Questions frida com help 052 LBL 0002V0 5