Hellobee Boards

@T.H.O.U.: They are awesome! I didn't use one personally but I've had doula mamas with epidurals use them and I really think they help. I'm planning on buying one to bring to hospitals that don't have them when I start doula'ing again.

I didn't know what a peanut ball was so I googled it. It's funny, even though I didn't have this during labor, I was in that position with my doula holding my leg up, for a really long time during transition! I think it helps!

@T.H.O.U.: Also, in my own personal non-scientific and purely anecdotal experience, it seems to help turn OP (sunny side up) babies and get them in optimal position. I see a lot more OP babies turn with the peanut ball than without.
I would imagine it widens the birth canal and gives them the space to turn?

@Arden: @rachiecakes: I could've used one too! I don't think we'll ever have another, but I'll remember this if we do!

They are awesome! My labor was pretty quick and steady after using it. I was somewhat on my side with it between my legs. They would ask me to switch sides every so often (my epidural didn't totally take so I switched sides on my own....nurses said most times they help you switch positions).