Natural vs. Epidural: Older Child

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All Natural Childbirth

I.*. asks from Columbus

I have three kids and one of the way. I had epidurals with all three of my kids. One of the epidurals didn't take and only my right leg was numb so I push my 8.12 lbs...

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Besides an epidural....what Else Is Available During Labor

R.R. asks from San Francisco

I am exploring other pain management options during labor...the feedback I've heard so far..has either been to go all-natural(drug-free) birth or an epidural. I have ...

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Older Child Present for Labor/delivery...

A.G. asks from Provo

I really hesitate asking this question...because I know some people have very strong opinions on the matter (mine has actually changed somewhat over the years). Anyw...

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Allowing 7 Year Old to Join in Birth Experience

C.P. asks from Albany

Hello I am 35 weeks pregnant and my 7 year old keeps telling me that he wants to be at the hospital to witness the birth of his sister. He has been asking for a fe...

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9 Year Old Staying up Late

J.H. asks from San Antonio

My 9 year old son stays up way too late. After family prayer and story we tuck him into bed, hug and kiss him and he's quiet and stays in him room. Later, when my h...

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7 Year Old Present Duing Birth

J.N. asks from Portland

I have a 7 year old son who wants to be there when I give birth and my husband and I are fine with that as we are a very open family. I had a c section with my son s...

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Natural Birth with Identical Twins? Please Share Your Experiences.

S.V. asks from Minneapolis

I am 30 weeks pregnant with identical twin girls, have no complications, and would like to consider natural birth. I am being very closely watched by my ob and everyt...

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Natural Birth Advice

B.H. asks from Pocatello

We are trying to get pregnant with our 3rd and I really want to try to do things all naturally this next time - not be induced, no pitocin, no pain medication, etc. I...

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Skin Care for 10 Year Old

K.W. asks from Chattanooga

My Granddaughter has rough bumps on her face and the back of her arms. Description: red bumps and some have whiteheads, feels like sand paper. The doctor says nothi...

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How Would You Describe the Birth of Your Child?

H.B. asks from Portland

*If you had an epidural, how would you describe the pain during and at the end? *If you had a natural birth (no drugs), how would you describe the pain during and at...