Today, we dive into one of the most common questions that I get asked about epidurals: How do you push a baby out with an epidural?
This is a question that can cause a lot of anxiety for expectant mothers. So, I’m going to share all the juicy details on epidural pushing positions, tips, and tricks to make pushing a breeze.
I’ll also talk about what to expect during labor and how to work with your body to help you deliver your beautiful baby.
After this episode, keep learning about epidurals in Episode 171: Epidurals 101: Get Informed About Epidurals for Birth!
A peek at the questions we covered:
- What are the four stages of labor?
- What is the pushing stage and how long does it last?
- What is it like to push with an epidural?
- How many pushing positions are there?
- How do I choose a pushing position?
- What tips and tricks can I use to push effectively?
- What are the benefits of changing positions during labor?
- Does it hurt to push with an epidural?
- What is the “ring of fire”?
- Will I feel the “ring of fire” with an epidural?
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