Labour

Any tips for labour to minimise the pain? Feeling excited, nervous and fear. I'm 36 weeks now..saw things like 2nd degree tear, 3rd degree tear, or even padsicles to soothe the area! Also saw to get a heating pillow or blanket for the abodominal area to manage the contraction pain.

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Don’t hesitate to opt for epidural if the pain is unbearable. Practise breathing and relaxation techniques. It would help if you are on laughing gas. Walking around helps if you are not on epidural. As for the tear, it’s unavoidable if you are a first time mum. I didn’t push until I was told to do so but still had a very bad tear. But still, it’s better than having an emergency C-section.

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