Breathing in Labour vs Birth Prep

BREATHING IN LABOUR — YOUR CALM BIRTH BEGINS WITH EVERY BREATH The way you breathe during childbirth can transform your labor experience. Breathing In Labour teaches you proven techniques for every stage, helping you stay calm, manage pain, and feel prepared for the big day. These same techniques are a powerful tool for everyday calm — long after birth. This app guides you through specialized breathing exercises matched to early labor, dilation, and pushing — with a gentle reminder to always follow your doctor or midwife's guidance during birth. Works offline, so your breathing guide is there even in the delivery room. WHY BREATHING MATTERS Conscious breathing is one of the most powerful tools available during labor. • Reduce pain and tension during contractions • Improve oxygen flow to your baby • Stay calm, focused, and mentally clear • Support your body's natural birth physiology • Build confidence and trust in your body • The skills you build also reduce everyday stress and anxiety Tip: Practicing just 5–10 minutes a day during pregnancy builds muscle memory, so your body responds automatically when labor begins. TECHNIQUES FOR EVERY STAGE OF LABOR Stage I — Early Labor and Dilation Focus on rhythm and relaxation between contractions. • Box Breathing (4-4-4-4): Calming and grounding • Opening Breath (4-6): Supports relaxation and cervical dilation • Relaxing Breath (3-7): Deep release • "Haa" Breathing: Gentle sound to relax jaw and pelvis • Blowing out the Candle: Control for strong contractions Stage II — Pushing and Birth Focus on directing energy and protecting the pelvic floor. • Descending Breath (5-8): Helps during the pushing phase • J-shaped Breathing (5-8): Supports perineal protection KEY FEATURES • Guided Animations: Visual cues to follow the breath effortlessly • Step-by-Step Instructions: Clear guidance for every technique • Daily Motivation: Inspiring quotes after each session • Education: Learn the why and how behind each technique • Habit Tracking: Statistics and daily reminders for consistency • Color Themes: Choose calming visuals that suit you PREMIUM FEATURES Enhance your birth preparation experience: • Custom Exercises: Create your own personalized breathing patterns • Audio Soundscapes: 5 relaxing background tracks • Full Customization: Complete control over visuals and timing Choose a monthly or 6-month plan — invest in the calm birth you deserve. WHO IS THIS APP FOR? • Pregnant women preparing for natural or medicated birth • Midwives and doulas supporting clients • Birth partners practicing together before labor • Anyone seeking a calm, empowered birth experience PRIVACY AND SAFETY • All data stored locally on your device • No personal data shared with external servers • No account registration required • Works offline — your breathing guide is there when you need it most • GDPR compliant Every breath brings you closer to meeting your baby. Download Breathing In Labour and start preparing today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Birth Prep is a complete birth preparation course that guides you through every stage of labour and birth. Inside the app you’ll learn practical techniques for pregnancy and labour, including breathing methods, positions for comfort, counterpressure, massage techniques, and movement strategies to support your body during contractions. You’ll also find mindset tools, visualisations, affirmations, and relaxation practices to help you feel calm, focused, and confident throughout your birth journey. The app includes guidance on prenatal yoga, rebozo techniques, partner support, and creating a personalised birth plan so you can prepare with clarity and trust. Birth Prep supports you physically, mentally, and emotionally so you can approach birth feeling informed, grounded, and empowered. Join a growing community of mothers and receive guidance, inspiration, and practical tools throughout your pregnancy journey. INFORMATION ABOUT THE APP AND PURCHASE OPTIONS By signing up, you will get access to subscription(s) that include features such as progress tracking, and offline sync. The download of Birth Prep is free of charge. Should you use Birth Prep app to access in-app content via available one-time purchase(s), a payment will be charged to your credit card once. Read our full Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy: https://passion.io/terms-of-service https://passion.io/privacy-policy