Types Of Labor Delivery Positiions. Keep in mind that with the use of some pain relief medications you might be restricted to bed or to a specific position. The survey data showed that delivering in upright positions was related to a lower episiotomy rate (30% vs.

Between the contractions, you can lean backwards, supported by the bed. Keep in mind that with the use of some pain relief medications you might be restricted to bed or to a specific position. Movement enhances comfort by stimulating the receptors in the brain that decrease pain perception.