What is "The Burn" Lol. FTM here, and I have never heard this term before.
AKA "The ring of fire" I believe it's when the baby's head is crowning and you start pushing. At least that's my understanding. From what I hear it's inescapable -- epidural or no epidural. My husband suggested to the birthing class that we play "Ring of Fire" by Johnny Cash when that starts. I did not laugh.
This is not true. I've had 3 vag deliveries with epi and hell no did I ever feel the dreaded ring of fire. (Confession: much of my reason for an epidural is my fear of the ring of fire pain!)
This for me too (and the stitching up part). I have committed to trying med free this time.... trying but I am not fully convinced I can brave the fire. I'm a wimp!
Re: Q if you've given birth vag style