Penny Simkin’s Road Map of Labour Package

Childbirth educator and physical therapist Penny Simkin developed it. Penny Simkin’s Road Map of Labour Package is an interactive display that is a fun way to teach expectant parents and others about what to expect during labour. The display shows normal labour as a journey that begins with early labour and ends with birth. The journey includes three paths: a winding yellow brick road with twists, turns and no fixed timeline; a detour for back pain which is a longer, rougher road that eventually rejoins the yellow brick road; and the epidural highway, which represents the choice to have an epidural for pain relief. Each path ends joyfully with the baby’s birth. The display includes illustrations of various comfort measures to use as labour progresses—an ideal teaching tool for childbirth classes and an excellent addition to birthing rooms. Package includes tear pad, chart and presentation guide (laminated, large size, 750mm x 570mm).