There are a number of other methods of pain relief that you can try if you don't wish to use medicines. These methods include:using breathing and relaxation techniques or massage; being in warm water, e. g in a birthing pool; moving around, standing up, kneeling and leaning forward. Using a tens (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) machine can also help in early labour, though it isn't recommended later on. 2 electrodes are placed on your back and electrical impulses are sent to the nerves to block pain signals going from your womb to your brain. If you decide to use medicines, all these methods can also be used at the same time.
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