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  • Why a Natural Birth Isn’t Part of My Plan

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    Get Pregnant Fast It all starts with that familiar exchange. “Congratulations, you’re pregnant! How exciting!” I beam, trying to mask the nausea that seems to accompany my glowing state. The conversation flows to details about the baby’s gender, the expected due date, and our name choices. But just when I thought we were safe, the…

  • Should You Consider an Epidural for Labor Pain?

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    Get Pregnant Fast If you’re contemplating whether to opt for an epidural during childbirth, rest assured you’re in good company. A significant number of women—over 70%—choosing to deliver in hospitals prefer an epidural or another form of spinal anesthesia to manage their labor pain. But what exactly is an epidural, and is it the right…

  • I Planned for a Natural Birth — So Why Did I Opt for an Epidural?

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    Get Pregnant Fast When I entered the delivery room, I quickly realized that my intentions were about to shift dramatically. I had to navigate the feelings of disappointment and relief simultaneously. My mother, Vanessa, had given birth to nine children, and eight of those deliveries were unmedicated. Inspired by her, I was determined to have…

  • Exploring Laughing Gas for Pain Relief During Labor

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    Get Pregnant Fast As you prepare for the arrival of your little one, it’s natural to have numerous questions swirling in your mind, especially regarding pain management during labor. While an epidural is often recognized as the leading option for alleviating labor pain, there are alternative methods available, including one that might sound amusing: laughing…

  • If Choosing an Epidural Is Wrong, I Don’t Want to Be Right

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    Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy brings with it a myriad of decisions, but perhaps none is as contentious as the choice between natural childbirth and opting for an epidural. First and foremost, I have immense respect for those who choose natural childbirth. It’s akin to my admiration for extreme athletes who dive hundreds of feet without…

  • Absolutely, I Chose an Epidural

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    Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be clear: I never once considered a natural birth. As far as I was concerned, if I was going to be pushing a human through my body, I wanted every bit of medical support available. Bring on the epidural, please! Honestly, I can barely handle a minor headache without reaching for…

  • Natural Birth Left Me Traumatized

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    Get Pregnant Fast Experiencing an unmedicated natural birth was one of the most harrowing moments of my life. Traumatic. Unbearable. Distressing. Even ten months after giving birth without medication, the memories still evoke panic in my mind and discomfort in my body. Choosing to give birth without an epidural was never on my agenda. Some…

  • Could Getting an Epidural Reduce Your Risk of Postpartum Depression?

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    Get Pregnant Fast A recent study suggests that opting for an epidural during labor might offer more than just relief from contractions. Research presented at a recent Anesthesiology conference indicates that receiving an epidural could potentially lower the risk of developing postpartum depression (PPD) for some women. Dr. Sarah Greene, an expert in obstetric anesthesiology…

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