During labor, Thai women traditionally walk and squat to hasten the birth process by relaxing pelvic muscles and
stretching pelvic ligaments. Traditional birthing positions include placing a folded blanket behind the woman’s back
for support and allowing the baby’s father or another support person to sit behind her, allowing her to hold onto his or
her thighs during labor and delivery. In modern Thai hospitals, however, women are often limited to giving birth in the
lithotomy position (i.e., lying supine with their feet in obstetric stirrups)