preparing for labor .. tips ?

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Anything I should do as a 1st time mom to prepare for labor ? 
I’m 30 weeks & 6 days. 
I’d love any tips, tricks or advice.. I’m 90% sure I’m going to end up getting an epidural as soon as I arrive at the hospital Bc I’m scared of having intense pain but still any advice is appreciated 💙😬

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Start practicing proper breathing techniques and being aware of your body whenever you have to go #2. It seems silly but really does help (I’m on my third pregnancy; two labor and deliveries completely medical intervention free) 
Mind over matter; Get your mind strong with daily affirmations and get the fear out. Fear and panic will make the contractions worse. Fill your mind with positivity. Once you’re in labor have your significant other keep the room light with laughter and jokes; it helps your body when you are releasing the good hormones. Don’t read or look into birth stories that are not positive because it’ll only freak you out; stay positive!! 💕

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My advice is to read all you can about your options. I didn’t know I could say no to certain things they “recommended” in the hospital that now I know are often to speed up your labor vs your best interests. I also didn’t realize how hard it would be on my husband to watch me in so much pain and eventually speak on my behalf when I was unable to respond during painful parts of the process- so prepping your support person is really important too!

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Honestly, I wouldn’t get the epidural right away. There’s no telling how long you’ll be in labor and you’ll get extremely restless being bed bound. Walking and a warm shower takes away the pain of most of the contractions. I never would have thought I’d be in labor for 39 hours, but there I was. There are things you can do to ease the pain of contractions that work as good as a shot of morphine. I got a birthing ball and laid over it in the shower while the warm water poured over me. I got the epidural around hour 30 and I’m so glad I did because I finally got to go to sleep. Also, if you get the epidural early on, you have a higher chance of having to have an emergency c-section. Statistically, women who get the epidural in the early stages of labor, do not progress the way they need to and it stalls labor. Not to say don’t get it ever, but if you don’t wait, you could be setting yourself up for a c-section. That’s my advice! ❤️

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I would just suggest just educating yourself as much as possible about the labor stages and delivery process. It is easier to handle (medicated or not) when you have an idea of what to expect

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