Oh Monnie it truly is. In some indigenous cultures women hang from ropes (aaahm you know what I mean - pull down on them!!!!) The reaching up and pulling down helps gravity, and it truly is wonderful in labour. I see a future where ropes are hanging from birthing centre ceilings!
I hung off the wardrobe doors as my husband pushed on the cupboard so I didn't pull it on top of me! Also holding onto the handles in the showers and squatting down. So, I still got that feeling in the birth centre but not to the same degree.
It's certainly one to try!
Remembering we all have different positions that are great for us. I personally can't stand to be still. The idea of a fit ball sends me into conniptions! I need to be up, squatting, rocking my hips. Even in the water I do this. Other women love the fit ball. Or birthing stool. It's a case of trial and error!

Good luck with all of your up coming births...