I'm a SS! I had an epidural-free induction, but it obviously wasn't natural or med-free. And I had stadol administered through the IV for pain (terrible decision, as it did nothing but make me drowsy).
Married to my best friend 6/5/10
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BFP #2 4/9/12, EDD 12/16/12, M/C Rory 4/24/12.
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I'm a SS! I had an epidural-free induction, but it obviously wasn't natural or med-free. And I had stadol administered through the IV for pain (terrible decision, as it did nothing but make me drowsy).
This. Except I had nitrus oxide (sp???) and Nubane. In the end I got my vaginal birth so I was happy.
I'm a SS! I had an epidural-free induction, but it obviously wasn't natural or med-free. And I had stadol administered through the IV for pain (terrible decision, as it did nothing but make me drowsy).
This. Except I had nitrus oxide (sp???) and Nubane. In the end I got my vaginal birth so I was happy.
Ditto except no nitrous just Nubane. He came to fast for me to get an Epi.
I'm a SS! I had an epidural-free induction, but it obviously wasn't natural or med-free. And I had stadol administered through the IV for pain (terrible decision, as it did nothing but make me drowsy).
This. Except I had nitrus oxide (sp???) and Nubane. In the end I got my vaginal birth so I was happy.
Ditto- I had the gas and nubane (but no stadol) for my induction. I didn't want the nubane but I wasn't dilating and they though it would help. I LOVED the gas and don't think I'd get an epi next time either.
I was wondering why that wasn't something offered to me. I guess it's common in Canada?
Married to my best friend 6/5/10
BFP #1 9/7/10, EDD 5/14/11, Violet born 5/27/11.
BFP #2 4/9/12, EDD 12/16/12, M/C Rory 4/24/12.
BFP #3 10/6/12, EDD 6/16/12., Matilda born 6/17/13.
With Ds I had nubane & I hated it. Also I had an episiotomy, and had to have surgery because the placenta wouldn't come out of me. With DD she was born sunny side up and I was med-free.
I'm in Canada and it is (at least where I am) very common. I was willing to try it, as it was the only med that wouldn't affect baby (my opinion and research). I tried a few whiffs, then it ran out haha. But, it was a nice distraction, as they didn't tell me it ran out until he was born.
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It's nitrous oxide gas, like some dentists offer. It is offered at my hospital, but I stayed home too long to be offered anything. Honestly, that worked out great but I won't push my luck with a second birth that could easily be much faster.
I think gas is also common in Britain, which might have somehow influenced it's availability here. It should be used more in the States - sometimes all you need is a few minutes of relief to keep going, and gas is easy to try and quit if it doesn't agree with you.
I was wondering why that wasn't something offered to me. I guess it's common in Canada?
I used gas too. I was also given a shot of demoral, and when that wore off I was given fentynol (sp?). When I took the hospital tour I was surprised when they told me they very rarely use epidurals. It's only if a mom is extremely worked up, has a very low pain tolerance, or is probably going to end up with a c-section that they give them.
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One more nice side-effect of the gas is that it's like a reward for breathing while in labor. I was taking great, big, deep, breaths during my contractions
I was wondering why that wasn't something offered to me. I guess it's common in Canada?
I used gas too. I was also given a shot of demoral, and when that wore off I was given fentynol (sp?). When I took the hospital tour I was surprised when they told me they very rarely use epidurals. It's only if a mom is extremely worked up, has a very low pain tolerance, or is probably going to end up with a c-section that they give them.
The hospital that I delivered at only about 20 to 25% of the patients end up having epidurals. They don't push it on you unless you specifically ask for it.
When I eventually asked for pain control I was first offered gas and then I had Fentanyl which worked great for the most part. I ended up getting an epidural an hour before LO was born because I was exhausted after being awake for almost 48 hours and needed the rest before pushing.
I was wondering why that wasn't something offered to me. I guess it's common in Canada?
Yes and there are only like 3 hospitals in the entire US that offer it. I've been hearing more about a push to expand it into more US hospitals and I hope that happens.
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I delivered pain-med free. My water broke and my contractions were not consistent ~ I went from 2 cm to 3 cm dilated in 3 hours. My doctor suggest pitocin to regulate the contractions so I could still deliver naturally and earlier than if we let me progress on my own.
Best.decision.ever! I got the lowest dose and my contractions were regular and managable. Pitocin was started at 8:30 am and I delivered DD at 1:43 pm
I feel really blessed to have a dr who just had her first baby a few months before I delivered and was so open and understanding. She really listened to my concerns and wants and worked with me to provide the best birth possible.
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BFP #2 4/9/12, EDD 12/16/12, M/C Rory 4/24/12.
BFP #3 10/6/12, EDD 6/16/12., Matilda born 6/17/13.
This. Except I had nitrus oxide (sp???) and Nubane. In the end I got my vaginal birth so I was happy.
Ditto except no nitrous just Nubane. He came to fast for me to get an Epi.
Ditto- I had the gas and nubane (but no stadol) for my induction. I didn't want the nubane but I wasn't dilating and they though it would help. I LOVED the gas and don't think I'd get an epi next time either.
I was wondering why that wasn't something offered to me. I guess it's common in Canada?
BFP #1 9/7/10, EDD 5/14/11, Violet born 5/27/11.
BFP #2 4/9/12, EDD 12/16/12, M/C Rory 4/24/12.
BFP #3 10/6/12, EDD 6/16/12., Matilda born 6/17/13.
We have it here... it's like laughing gas. I tried and I hated it.
Baby #2 on the way!
It's nitrous oxide gas, like some dentists offer. It is offered at my hospital, but I stayed home too long to be offered anything. Honestly, that worked out great but I won't push my luck with a second birth that could easily be much faster.
I think gas is also common in Britain, which might have somehow influenced it's availability here. It should be used more in the States - sometimes all you need is a few minutes of relief to keep going, and gas is easy to try and quit if it doesn't agree with you.
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I used gas too. I was also given a shot of demoral, and when that wore off I was given fentynol (sp?). When I took the hospital tour I was surprised when they told me they very rarely use epidurals. It's only if a mom is extremely worked up, has a very low pain tolerance, or is probably going to end up with a c-section that they give them.
The hospital that I delivered at only about 20 to 25% of the patients end up having epidurals. They don't push it on you unless you specifically ask for it.
When I eventually asked for pain control I was first offered gas and then I had Fentanyl which worked great for the most part. I ended up getting an epidural an hour before LO was born because I was exhausted after being awake for almost 48 hours and needed the rest before pushing.
Baby #2 on the way!
Yes and there are only like 3 hospitals in the entire US that offer it. I've been hearing more about a push to expand it into more US hospitals and I hope that happens.
I delivered pain-med free. My water broke and my contractions were not consistent ~ I went from 2 cm to 3 cm dilated in 3 hours. My doctor suggest pitocin to regulate the contractions so I could still deliver naturally and earlier than if we let me progress on my own.
Best.decision.ever! I got the lowest dose and my contractions were regular and managable. Pitocin was started at 8:30 am and I delivered DD at 1:43 pm
I feel really blessed to have a dr who just had her first baby a few months before I delivered and was so open and understanding. She really listened to my concerns and wants and worked with me to provide the best birth possible.
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