It’s amazing how the human body can accommodate life for 9 months, and it’s even more astonishing how it can let one baby (or two!) squeeze out to finally experience the beauty of the outside life.

Along with childbirth, the skin or muscles near your vagina may tear. You can prevent or minimize this by doing Kegel exercises. They may sound silly, but they do work wonders especially when done right and done early.

Getting to know Kegels
Dr Kegel invented this kind of exercise to strengthen the pelvic muscles. Since these muscles also help with childbirth, strengthening them will give you a more positive outcome during labor and delivery.

How to perform Kegels
It’s actually very simple! Just contract and relax the muscles that comprise your pelvic floor, much like holding your urine when you need to pee. You can even use specially designed Kegel Kit for exercises. Perform repeatedly and every day as frequently as you can.

When to start Kegels
As early as you can! In fact, the earlier, the better since your pelvic muscles will take time to build strength. Even if you’re not pregnant, Kegels exercises can benefit women by enhancing sexual function.