Tips to push & minimize tear

I had no perineal tear with my third child, because lesson learnt from the first and second 😅 this time what I think helps me during my labour is during my third trimester I ate lots of dates specifically. I munch as and when like snacks. I also did atleast 20-30 mins walking a day. I think this helps to dilate faster because your cervix is soften. I didn’t take any epidural before therefore I can’t advice on what you will be feeling but I’m aware when contractions come the midwife/gynae let you know, that’s when you don’t rush into pushing. Take a very deep breath and exhale it while countdown from your mind 10-1. & definitely don’t move about when you’re pushing & never lifts up your butt ever. Just bring your shoulder forward to your tummy, chin down and push!! Good luck mummy! ☺️