But I'm seeing so many posts of women who are just HORRIFIED and DISGUSTED at the thought of an epidural. Or really any medication during labor, for that matter. Without sounding mean (truly), is it more of a pride thing? That we are women and should be tolerant? Me personally, load me up with the epidural. I'm a first time mom thiugh, so that's why I'm asking for opinions. I'll get one and nothing will sway my opinion, I was just curious why it isn't an option for some women.