Standing while blowing into an empty bottle will also help your body to more efficiently release your placenta. Never let anyone pull on the cord of your placenta. This can cause bleeding. There is no hurry for the placenta to be delivered or removed. Have your partner be in charge of cutting your baby's umbilical cord.
Some couples tie the umbilical cord with a cotton cord instead using of a plastic clamp.
The umbilical cord seems to heal faster with less chance of infection when cotton is used. Ask your partner to closely examine the placenta. Look at your placenta as well to assure yourself that the entire placenta has been delivered. Have your partner take your baby's first pictures using the disposable instant flash camera you have brought along. Disposable cameras are easy to work, always ready and allow you to be sure you will capture the first precious moments of your baby's life.