A method of delivery developed by the French obstetrician, Fernand Lamaze during the 1950s. Soon becomming the most popular method of natural childbirth in the United States, it requires classes, practice and coaching during labor and delivery. The goal is to condition the mother to disassociate herself from the source of stimulation by concentrating on a focal point, by consciously relaxing all of her muscles and controlled breathing at specific rates throughout the labor.
a method of preparing for childbirth that stresses physical conditioning, relaxation, and breathing exercises
A childbirth method intended to prevent or lessen labor pain through breathing techniques and through concentration on distracting stimuli, such as staring at a focal point.