Looking to see if anyone can advise me on having an epidural.
With my first baby I had a very long labour, used tens and gas and air and water bath but eventually gave up and asked for an epidural. I was 8cms by this stage and the epidural wasn't sited correctly they then said it was too late to try another one so I had to do without.
I can't say it was a very positive experience and I'm actually completely terrified of giving birth again!!
I'm wondering whether to have an epidural this time? Should I have it much earlier on? Also how do you know when to push and are you more likely to tear??
Anyone with any experiences positive or negative i would appreciate your advice!
Thanks
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epidural or not?!
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LimesMum · 15/05/2016 14:49
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