Various ways to give birth normally without pain

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Childbirth is a painful and even life-threatening process. But actually, there is a way that pregnant women can give birth normally without pain. In order to go through it smoothly, know about the various options of methods and drugs to relieve discomfort during the labor process.

Pain is one of the signs that labor is imminent. There are various methods and drugs to help pregnant women give birth naturally without pain. You can consult these ways with your doctor, in order to get the best treatment steps to deal with pain during childbirth.

Various Choices of Drugs and Methods

The use of drugs to launch labor may be done as long as it is under the supervision of an obstetrician. Below are the types of medicines and delivery methods that can be applied:

  • Local anesthetic

    Local anesthetics are often used by doctors to relieve pain in the vagina or around the vagina. This drug is usually given to reduce pain if an incision in the area around the vagina or an episiotomy is needed. However, this method cannot reduce pain during labor.

  • Epidural Anesthesia

    An epidural anesthetic may also be used during labour. This anesthetic is given by injection in the back area, through a special tube called an epidural catheter. This tube is inserted into the spinal cord cavity. The epidural anesthetic begins to work within 10-20 minutes after the drug is injected.

  • Combined spinal-epidural anesthesia (combined spinal – epidural / CSE)

    The drug is given by injection into the cavity lining the spine. CSE anesthetics work immediately after injection and will last longer. If your labor is taking a long time, then an anesthetic can be given through an epidural catheter.

  • Entonox gas

    Entonox is a combination of nitric oxide gas and oxygen that can help reduce pain during labor. This gas can be inhaled with a slow deep breath from a mask that you can hold yourself. Unfortunately, this method is not yet commonly used in Indonesia.

  • Pethidine injection

    Pethidine injections are given into the buttocks or thigh muscles. In addition to making calm, this injection plays a role in reducing pain.

  • Childbirth in water

    Some hospitals provide delivery facilities in small pools or tubs filled with warm water. The birth method called water birth This is believed to make pain related to uterine contractions lighter and pregnant women feel more comfortable.

  • Hypnobirthing

    Hypnobirthing is a technique to keep a woman calm and comfortable during labour. Through the hypnosis method, you can better regulate stress and pain responses so that the uterine muscles can work effectively. This method can also help the body to get enough oxygen during labor.

    Research shows that women who use this technique experience less pain and anxiety, faster cervical dilation, and shorter recovery time after delivery.

Learning about the birthing process can make you more prepared. That way, the chances of being able to give birth naturally without pain are higher. While waiting for the birth of your little one, try to keep moving by taking a light walk or kneeling in the delivery room. It is also important to set a good breathing pattern, the trick is to take a deep breath, focus and calm the mind, then exhale.

If possible, invite the closest person, such as your husband, mother, or best friend, to accompany you during labor. They can provide moral support, as well as provide light massage to reduce pain during a normal delivery.