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03-09-2007, 05:05 PM | #1 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: North eastern Illinois Suburbs
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| It doesn't get any bigger than this! ....Or at least I hope not. Any recommendations on pain relief if I do a "natural" delivery? I'm not really terrified of an epidural, but I'd like the ladies experiences to weigh in here. The "big day" is coming up fast. I've given the little one her eviction notice. She's got 'till the 28th to be out, or she'll be physically removed from the premises. |
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03-09-2007, 05:14 PM | #2 |
All Dogs Go To Heaven Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: By The Lake
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| You're so pretty. I had "natural childbirth" when I had my daughter 29 years ago....back then they didn't give anything for discomfort. She's had 3 babies and the first 2 came so quick she didn't have time for the epidural, she had natural with them. She had the epi for her 3rd...and that labor was alot easier for her. She had all 8 lb+ babies. It's whatever you want. Just remember that the discomfort and pain that you are going through quits as soon as that little one comes out and then you're just filled with joy and love.
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03-09-2007, 05:21 PM | #3 |
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| I had my first child 19 years ago and back then they did not do epidurals for a first child. It was an awful experience. I had back labor so bad and had to push for over 2 hours. I was exhausted and didn't enjoy the experience at all. With my second child I had an epidural and was so glad. I was able to concentrate on what I was doing and able to enjoy the birth of my daughter. I still had to push just as long but because the pain was not so unbearable I was actually able to enjoy it. I would highly recommend the epidural or starting natural and having the option. Just don't let yourself get to far along before asking for one. It was not bad at all having it. God Bless you and your baby and may the experience be a Blessed one whichever way you choose to go. It is an awesome wonder!!! You should enjoy it. |
03-09-2007, 05:46 PM | #4 |
No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK
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| You look glowing! I hope you feel that way So you know your having a little girl. Any names picked out? It will be over before you know it and you will then have the most precious gift of all. Motherhood Can't wait to see pictures. Carol & Buddy |
03-09-2007, 05:48 PM | #5 |
Donating YT 12K Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Council Bluffs Iowa
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| Awwwwww what A cute belly One of my daughters just had her third baby, natural. The pain is bearable, adrenaline will kick in to take care of it. I can tell you from experience, that there is no greater feeling in the world, than the adrenalin rush. |
03-09-2007, 05:51 PM | #6 |
No Longer a Member | I've had two kids and two epidurals. I so so so wanted to not have the epidural for the second one. We did bradley method, all that. With my first, the epidural was so strong, I could not feel my legs and I could not push. Well, for the second one, the pain was so bad, I wimped out and had the epidural, but this is what I told the anesthesiologist. I asked for the lowest dose possible. I would totally recommend doing it this way. It was perfect. I felt no pain, but I could feel my legs still, I could push fine--in fact, I pushed my son out in 4 pushes. It wore off much more quickly after all was done, and I had a way speedier recovery than the first time around. Whether or not you want to do it without the meds is a decision only you can make; however, if you do opt for the epidural, ask for the lowest dose. I would do it the same way again in a heartbeat. hope this helps |
03-09-2007, 06:10 PM | #7 |
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| Congratulations! I have 4 kids and had 3 epidurals and 1 spinal block. The first 3 I knew I wanted an epidural, the 4th, well I wanted one but he came so fast that there really wasn't much time, I went to 9 1/2 centimeters and the only thing that kept him in there was my water hadn't broke yet! The pain was bareable, my doctor and the nurses didn't believe that I was in labor when I got to the hospital (they were going to send me home!), when they checked me I was 7 1/2! They all apologized! I just had no desire to push him out without any drugs! lol So when the epidural guy got there, he asked if I wanted an epidural or a spinal block.....didn't know the difference, so he said that it's the same medicine in both, the spinal block only lasts 2 hours then wears off, he guessed that me being 9 1/2 already that I wouldn't be in labor that long! lol So I went with the block, my doctor broke my water and 15 min later Jaxton Avery was born, he was 1 year old yesterday |
03-09-2007, 06:26 PM | #8 |
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| 26 years ago, I had the epidural b/c I had an emergency c-section (after 15 hours of labor????) ... I also thought I'd be afraid of the epi ... but by that point, they could have given me a shot in my eyeballs and pulled her out thru my nose I was in such agony ... BTW she was 8 lbs. 15 oz and today she is 105 lbs dripping wet. Good luck .... I am sure you will do the right thing.
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03-09-2007, 07:14 PM | #9 |
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| OMG you BRAT! You are way too beautiful! I have no clue on the pain meds, but I Morphine I dunno what they can use on pregnant women that's safe for the baby, but I had 2 c-sections, so never had to think about pain relief until after the babies were born. You look amazing!
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03-09-2007, 08:38 PM | #10 |
Kodi & Pixie 2 Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: NEBRASKA
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| wow girl you are so cute PG I hope all goes well and I say get the epy I did and I did still feel it just not as bad. |
03-10-2007, 05:22 AM | #11 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Central Texas
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| I didn't have the option of an epi with my daughter (too old ) and it was a painful, difficult journey - one that I never repeated (I only have one daughter). I have been with her when both of my granddaughters were born and she had epis with both. BOY! What a difference. It made the whole experience so much more enjoyable for her. With her first baby, she was going to try to go natural but she had some difficulty dialating so she got the epi and promptly went to sleep because she had been in labor some time and was exhausted. With the relaxation of the nap, she dialated and the process was so much quicker and easier. She took the epi with the second baby, at the first opportunity. It really is just up to you - you are wise to seek advice - and mine would be to get an epi - but do it the way that you are most comfortable (mentally and/or physically). I think the process will be more enjoyable with the epi - but the outcome with or without an epi, is pretty much the same!!!
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03-10-2007, 08:06 AM | #12 |
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| What ever you plan, give yourself permission to take another route should you need to. You shouldn't feel pressured to do it a certain way. Pre-labor decisions have a way of changing during the actual thing, and that is OK!
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03-10-2007, 08:11 AM | #13 |
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| I had three, and they wouldn't give me anything for pain, because they all popped out within two hours. Oh, what a relief it was, but whatever you choose once you see your baby you'll forget about any pain. |
03-10-2007, 12:44 PM | #14 |
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| You look great! You definitely look alot better than I did when I was at your stage...my daughter was over due and I vigorously walked up and down my street trying to bring it on LOL! I was induced and 36 hours later, epidural working on one side only of my body, I was able to get her into the world without the c-sec. Looking back now, I think I would have opted for the c-sec. My body was totally worn out from 36 hours of labor for a couple weeks afterwards. I can't wait to hear of her arrival Leslie. Wishing you the best now and always! |
03-10-2007, 01:29 PM | #15 |
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| Hmmm....my first one I said I was 'goin natural' too. After 23 hours of labor, I was in SO much pain that I begged for an epideral Not tryin to scare you love...just my experience and that was 20 years ago so not sure what is out there these days for "natural pain relief?" My second one was a breeze though....all they did was give me a shot for pain
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