How do I give my husband a perineal massage?

Your Partner Can Start Gently Using both hands, your partner should gently insert their index finger and middle finger on either side into the vagina, up to about the second knuckle. Try starting with just the index fingers of each hand and move on to using two fingers once you feel comfortable.

Can I use any oil for perineal massage?

Lubricate your thumbs and the perineal tissues. Use a lubricant such as vitamin E oil, coconut oil, almond oil, or any vegetable oil used for cooking—like olive oil. You may also try a water-soluble jelly, such as K-Y jelly, or your body’s natural vaginal lubricant.

What is perineum oil used for?

From 34 weeks you can prepare, with regular massage using Perineum Massage Oil to enhance flexibility in the skin of the birth area. With sweet almond and vitamin E rich wheatgerm oil, the oil is especially formulated for massages which help the perineum to become more flexible and relaxed, ready for childbirth.

What is your perineum on a man?

In males, the perineum is the area between the anus and the scrotum.

Can I put olive oil on my perineum?

Perineum massage performed with olive oil in delivery are an effective, inexpensive, simple, and well-tolerated way to improve intact perineum.. Perineum massage performed with olive oil in delivery are safe and associated with mother’s health and her quality of life and shorter hospital stay.

Is coconut oil good for perineal massage?

Coconut oil for perineal massage The perineum is the area between your vulva and anus that must stretch during a vaginal birth. Massaging regularly with a moisturizing oil, like coconut oil, may help prevent vaginal tearing.

How do you stimulate a man’s perineum?

Men: To stimulate the perineum from the inside, insert two fingers or a prostate massager into the rectum and look for rope-like nerves. Gently, massage the area in up-down or circular motions. To externally stimulate it, press the fingers gently on the perineum and massage it lightly.