{"title":"Labour","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"the-sleep-store-wooden-labour-comb","title":"Wooden Labour Comb","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThe Sleep Store Wooden Labour Comb is designed to help provide comfort and focus during labour. Small enough to hold in your hand, this comb can be squeezed firmly in the palm during contractions to create a helpful counter-pressure sensation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe idea is beautifully simple. By gripping the comb’s teeth in your palm during contractions, it stimulates pressure points in the hand, which can help redirect your focus and provide a natural coping technique during labour. You can alternate the comb between hands during contractions, allowing each hand to rest in between. 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Designed in a warm cocoa shade, it supports movement, comfort, and strength in all seasons of life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse it through pregnancy. Sit on it at your desk. Stretch out your hips. Soothe your baby. Rebuild your core. 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