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ways to take control of your
pain
with no medications include: ? walk and change positions ? take a warm shower ? use a birthing ball or squatting bar ? use meditation 4 take a class to prepare. taking a class, like lamaze, can teach you breathing techniques to get you through the
pain
. ?ough lamaze is a great tool, many
women
also benefit from practicing yoga and meditation to get through the
pain
. reading many credible sources about the birthing process can also help you visualize during
labor
as well. 5 find support during
labor
. many
women
use their husband or significant other as their primary support person in
labor
, though other
women
do not. some
women
find comfort in other
women
. you cannot always count on your
labor
nurse for that because she may have other patients besides you. ?erefore, find a midwife, doula, friend, or family member who can coach you to breathe through it. surrounding yourself with positivity about a drug- free delivery, being prepared, being able to stay in control of the
pain
, and having those around you to support you will help you on your journey. your baby will thank you by breastfeeding well and being more alert to meet you on his or her birthday. fall 2016 | pink & blue 23
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