These questions will probably seem stupid, but I've been wondering...
Is an epidural really better? Is it way too painful without one?
I hear stories of women actually tearing during birth, and I'm petrified of this. Is it true there are massages to avoid this?
How embarrassing is it when during labour, doctors are coming to just have a look down there and poking around?
Is it better to have your partner at the top end, instead of him watching the baby coming out? I hear it's horrible to see that.
I've got a while to go, but honestly, I'm not looking forward to it. I'm petrified and considering trying to ask for a c-section. How do women psych themselves up to actually go through with it? I'm a wimp at the best of times and have a low pain threshold, I can't even imagine having to push this baby out. I mean, their heads are massive!
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Some silly questions
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macdat · 23/10/2015 20:02
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