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[quote=Anonymous]Epidurals like other interventions have pros and cons but the bottom line is you should get one if you want it and ignore the propaganda about the "dangers".  Epidurals are very safe, and labor pain can be really, really bad.  I literally wanted to die (my epidural did not work, but I'd still go for it again if there was a chance of avoiding that pain).

Also try to avoid "baby friendly" hospitals if you can.  They have policies against taking the baby to the nursery overnight (as well as other policies that are promoted as helping breastfeeding but are not shown to help and can actually cause harm).  You'll want rest after the birth.

Ignore the books on childbirth.  Take a class if you want but know you can't control what will happen at the birth.  Use your time instead to prepare for taking care of the baby.  Do the TakingCaraBabies newborn course, and/or read a book on infant sleep (e.g. Precious Little Sleep) before the baby arrives.  Know that you will need to adjust what you learn to your specific baby.  [/quote]

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