Place wedge shaped stack of pillows 1 1/2 to 2 feet from wall. Lie on pillows with narrow edge of wedge against tailbone. Pillows lift head and torso higher than hips.
Bend and widen knees. Turn feet out slightly and place feet flat on wall. Adjust distance from wall and space between feet for comfort and stretch.
To increase stretch in hip joints, lower feet toward floor. Place hands on inner knees and gently press knees toward floor. Perform each stretching movement on an exhalation. Concentrate on relaxing hip joints.
To release, bend knees to chest, roll over onto one side, sit up, and rest in a comfortable sitting position.
This pose prepares for labor by stretching hip muscles.
