Ep129: Your Options for Managing Pain in Labor

In this episode you’re going to learn all about your options for pain management during labor. And here’s the thing: everyone who’s having a baby needs to know all the options - whether you plan to get an epidural or you plan to have an unmedicated birth or you’re somewhere in between. In this Episode, You’ll Learn About: Why it’s important to think about labor pain differently than other kinds of pain Why everyone needs to learn about all the options for managing pain How having a pain management plan is crucial Medication-free pain management techniques What are the pros and cons of an unmedicated birth Medications that are not an epidural and how can they affect you and your baby Epidurals - the pros, cons, and risks as well as some things you probably didn't know Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode129 Register for my free birth plan class - How to Make a Birth Plan That Works. Check out The Birth Preparation Course Our Sponsors: * Check out factormeals.com/drnicole50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next box! * Check out ritual.com/DRNICOLE and get 25% off! * Embrace an informed and empowered journey to parenthood with Informed Pregnancy Plus. Start with 'The Business of Being Born' today at informedpregnancy.tv. * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Head to the app store and check out the FREE FamilyAlbum app! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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