is there any other way to help pain other than the epidural?

[wiggles2015]

So I'm having my first in March. And I'm deathly scared to get the epidural. Because my mom was allergic to it and had to give an emergency c section because she couldnt breathe. I'm allergic to a lot of the things my mom is but I don't know if I'd be allergic to the epidural. I want to try to do all natural and no drugs but I have a feeling that I'll end up yelling give me the drugs. So is there any other meds they can give you that will help with the pain?

[mamichalke]

With my son i needed something before I could get the epidural.  They gave me something to take the eedge off.  I didn't remember what it was called but it made me feel drunk. So when my daughter was born and i needed something i said "can i have the drug that makes you feel drunk." They knew exactly what I meant.

[bbybootz15]

Laughing gas, I had it with my first and getting it with my 2nd. It's awesome stuff! :)

[Angie1722]

There are other pain meds. But I went with epidural.  My best friend had something else. It just took the edge off. I forgot what it was called.

[Laurah4685]

I went natural with my last and I got a tub room at my hospital.  The tub had a shower and jets. it felt good during my painful contractions. I think being able to try new positions, walking and medicine ball also helps. Nothing to be scared of, you are strong.  I tried the epidural with my first and didn't have the results I expected. Honestly preparing yourself mentally but being super determined to grit through it helps. I heard there is a lot of other pain relief measures too, just do what is best for you.

[hannahsmama13721]

They offer an IV drip if you forego the epideral.