POSITIONS DURING THE FIRST STAGE OF LABOUR It is better to walk as long as you can. Lean forward while standing. Lean forward onto a chair or ball. Get down on your hands and knees. Sit in a chair with feet up. Prop up with pillows. Use the tailor position. Lean forward towards another person who will support you under your arms. Lean and support on back of a chair. Lean and support on back of toilet. Lie with your leg on a pillow Sit in a rocking chair or on a birth ball. Last update: 2014-02-26
