How to Avoid a Bad Epidural Experience

Most women who get epidurals in labor and fine with the pain relief and experience, but those that aren't - really aren't. Labor is not the time to have failed expectations and botched pain relief when you were counting on it. Here's what you need to know.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us How to Avoid a Bad Epidural Experience Most women who get epidurals in labor and fine with the pain relief and experience, but those that aren't - really aren't. Labor is not the time to have failed expectations and botched pain relief when you were counting on it. Here's what you need to know. Robin Elise Weiss, PhD Pregnancy & Childbirth Expert Everything You Should Know About Epidural Anesthesia   Knowing the facts about epidurals are important and can prevent you from having an unrealistic expectation. READ NOW 6 Reasons to Take a Childbirth Class if You Want an Epidural   A childbirth class will provide you with factual information on the epidural, but also practical information, such as positions to try with an epidural, and what the rules are locally in regards to people staying with you, eating, and more. READ NOW How to Get an Epidural   One of the most important things you should know is how to get an epidural if you want one. This varies depending on where you are giving birth. The rules are slightly different depending on where give birth. READ NOW 7 Reasons You Can't Have an Epidural   Let's be realistic, sometimes you can't have an epidural. While it's pretty uncommon, knowing when that might happen might help you prepare. You should also know what to do if an epidural doesn't work. READ NOW 6 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Doula If You Want an Epidural   And lastly, let's talk labor support. An epidural does not remove your need for labor support. A doula can still provide you with a lot of benefits, including emotional and physical support, even with an epidural. READ NOW Featured Articles • 6 Ways to Be More Veggie Adventurous • Natural Desiccated Thyroid Deemed Safe Alternative to Levothyroxine • 10 Signs You Might Have a Sleep Disorder • Banishing Bloat and Water Retention in Thyroid Patients • The Best Children's Books about Prematurity • Dr. Oz Got It Right About Thyroid Disease on GMA • 5 Easy Ways to Cope with a Poor Night's Sleep • All About Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s Disease and Pregnancy Advertisement About Pregnancy & Childbirth  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Pregnancy & Childbirth newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.