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If you take a parenting class, this exercise is often used with both partners to learn how to deal with pain/discomfort naturally.

My wife could keep her hand in there for a few minutes. I was done after 30 seconds, if that.

Interesting. Can you explain a bit more what the excersie is done? i.e., each person puts their hand in ice qater... then what?

What's the explanation/link to dealing with pain? I mean, in terms of parenting.

I presume it's about preparing for the pain of the actual birthing process.