When a baby moves a little lower and the head descends into the pelvic cavity, it's called engagement. To my mind, the term sounds like the birth is imminent - not at all - there's still a chance he could move out of position during the next few weeks.
Me: We just have to make sure he doesn't disengage.
W: Er... well I do. You can just watch.
Me: Watch...?
W: Me sitting forward, on the gym ball etc - letting gravity do its work. He has to know the rules. No moving into silly positions.
Me: I'm sure he'll be OK.
W: With a little encouragement.
Pause as W looks down and rubs her bump
W: (talking to the bump) A happy mummy who hasn't been through a traumatic labour is probably in a better position to give you your first feed properly. Just think about that eh?
Already we're bribing him with food...
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