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missyw (1588.6 days ago)
No offense to MarineMama, but I wouldn`t let that comment scare you. Everyone is different. I went natural w/my son - I`m not against drugs or anything, but I wanted to just try it without. My menstrual cramps were always extremely painful and I got used to blocking out the pain as much as I could, so when it came time for labor I was able to block out the pain a bit better. I think that if you want to go natural, you should go for it - but have a clear idea of how you`re going to manage the pain. They gave me an oxygen mask and I took deep breaths, closed my eyes, and had my partner and my mom rubbing my head, back, arms. If the labor would have gotten too long, I probably would have taken something to take the edge off. Best wishes!
natalie75 (1590.5 days ago)
Yes, I had an epidural with my first and I plan on having a water birth with this one.
bellajenna (1590.6 days ago)
i know i will have a 100% natural b/c where i am haveing my baby u cant even get any pain meds. which i like
marinemama (1590.8 days ago)
This is my 4th child and I am not out to impress anyone, the pain that woman go through is insane, I went natural with my 1st one and let me tell you...NEVER AGAIN!! NO SIR!!! Feels like someone is actually punching you in the gut ripping you from inside out!
buzzingb (1590.8 days ago)
I`m just going to go with the flow... if im tierd and in pain then im not going to say no to an epi but i would like to try going natural... it all depends on how long im in labour for!
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