Getting nervous for delivery
Getting nervous for delivery
As the day gets closer the more anxiety I have. Last year in Feb I had back surgery, found out I was pregnant in July. I was recently in an auto accident and have had horrible back pain since (diagnosed a bulging disk but won't know until after the baby gets here). I was already told by my doctor that I may not be able to have an epidural if the scar tissue is thick and that I wouldn't know until I am in labor. I'm scared I won't be able to have the epidural and will feel everything. The back pain is so bad I can't imagine what it would be like during labor and delivery without the epidural. Has anyone been in a similar situation (back problems) and not had an epidural? How did it go? How was your back after delivery???
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My first labor was too quick for me to use any pain management options. Have you thought about maybe doing a water birth? I've heard that helps but haven't tried it myself. Even just some warm moist wash cloths on your back may help. It wouldn't take the pain completely away but it might help at least a little. I'd talk to your OB about other pain relievers besides the epidural so you know your options. Also, I would suggest not laboring/pushing on your back if at all possible. Mostly this position is just to make it easier for your doctor to get to the baby, but isn't medically necessary. I damaged my back hip joints because I was turned on my back with my son because I couldn't focus enough to push him out on my hands and knees. He's 20 months and I still have issues. I hope you're able to find something that will help you.