Women who plan on vaginal birth may wonder how painful the placement and infusion of epidural …
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Pain Management
Labor pain management is something that most pregnant moms consider. There are good options that include:
- Natural Pain Management
- Nitrous Oxide (not available everywhere)
- IV Pain medication
- Epidural pain management
Also, as 33% of families end-up having a cesarean section, it is also important to know about caesarean section pain management.
The epidural does have some important timing to consider. You might be able to get an epidural at 7 cm, but that changes as your progress. I share when the best time to get an epidural is. I also share what you should expect to feel with an epidural.
Be sure to check out all my articles on pain mangement:
Can an Epidural Cause Back Problems?
There is a lot of discussion about whether or not epidurals cause back problems for pregnant women. …
9 Reasons TO Get an Epidural: Valid reasons to get the “happy-dural”
I just wrote a post on reasons to NOT get an epidural, so today I thought I'd share the reasons TO …
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Why Not to Get an Epidural: 10 Reasons to consider other pain management in labor
Did you know that only about 60 percent of women in the United States actually receive epidurals for …
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Does Labor Still Hurt With an Epidural?
How much labor pain should you expect during labor when you have an epidural? Should you expect to …
Best Time to Get Epidural During Labor
When is the best time to request epidural anesthesia? Will getting it earlier or later prolong …
Cesarean Section Anesthesia
Your choice of cesarean section anesthsia is not too broad. There are mainly two humane choices for …
Epidural vs Spinal: Which is best for you?
What are the differences between an epidural or spinal anesthesia? Today we're going to give into …
What to Do When Your Epidural Doesn’t Work
Epidurals sometimes don't work. That's right, you pay all that money, and sit up for the placement …
Who Administers an Epidural
Who puts in your epidural and what types of qualifications do they need to do so? Did you know …
When Can an Epidural Be Given?
Many people wonder WHEN in their labor they can be given the epidural. Today we'll discuss that, as …
Can You Feel the Baby Coming Out With the Epidural?
The baby coming out is normally the most painful part of the birthing process. Will you feel the …
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When is it Too Late to Get an Epidural: Can I Get An Epidural at 7 Centimeters?
Requesting an epidural is an important choice -- and choosing it too early or too late can have …
When is it Too Late to Get an Epidural: Can I Get An Epidural at 7 Centimeters?Read More
Epidurals During Pregnancy & Labor
Getting an epidural during labor is a very common form of pain mangement in the US. Today I want to …