Seriously so afraid to tear and I don't know what to do to prevent it. I was originally 5'4" and 120 lbs before pregnancy with a petite to average build, also belly is measuring a little behind, so I'm hopeful he will be under 8 lbs.. I have done NOTHING that would help prevent tearing. With 19 days left I feel like there isn't anything I can do anymore. I also want the epidural, and I'm scared that'll increase my chances of tearing too..