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 ByHeart and use my code DRNICOLE for a great deal: byheart.com/podcast * Download FamilyAlbum from the App Store today, and start creating a legacy of love one photo at a time. * Get $120 Off Across 4 Boxes, Plus Free Shipping and Free Cookies! Go to gobble.com/DRNICOLE. * Practice love every day with Paired, the #1 app for couples. Download the app at https://www.paired.com/DRNICOLE * Start Ritual or add Essential For Women Prenatal to your subscription today and get 25% off. That’s ritual.com/DRNICOLE for 25% off. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy