Faithful Labor | Natural Birth, Pregnancy, Holistic, VBAC, Unmedicated

14. Wanting A Natural Birth? Here Are The Top 5 Things You Can Do To Avoid An Epidural (Mini-Series Part 3B)


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If you’re hoping for an unmedicated birth and want to avoid an epidural, this episode is for you! Whether you’re newly pregnant, preparing for your first natural birth, or looking for a different experience after a medicated birth, I’m walking you through five essential steps to help you labor naturally with confidence as you forgo using the most common labor intervention in the 21st century. 

In this episode, you’ll hear:

✨ Why education is KEY to overcoming fear and trusting God’s design for birth
✨ How your birth team can make or break your natural birth plan
✨ Practical pain management techniques to help you cope during labor
✨ The mindset shift that can transform your birth experience
✨ How fueling your body well sets you up for success

💛 You were created for this, mama! 

Resources & Links:

📖 Books & Resources Mentioned:

  • Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth
  • Optimal Care in Childbirth (The Case for a Physiologic Approach) by Henri Goer and Amy Romano
  • The Good Birth Course by Brittany McCardle of the Biblical Birth School 
  • Episode 03. How To Relax in Early Labor Using the Limp Noodle Approach 
  • FREE Scripture-Based Birth Cards
  • 🔗 Want more Christ-centered birth encouragement?

    • 📩 Join my bi-weekly newsletter for faith-filled birth encouragement, tips, and exclusive content https://faithfullabor.myflodesk.com/newsletter 
    • 💬 Connect with like-minded mamas in my new (& free to join!) Facebook Community Group!
    • 🌿 Follow along on Instagram (although I am currently inactive on there -- getting more eyeball time with my kids right now! @faithful.labor
    • 🖥️ Visit my website for more resources: (coming SOON!)
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      Until next time, keep trusting, keep seeking His will, and keep laboring faithfully with God & for His glory! 💛

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      Faithful Labor | Natural Birth, Pregnancy, Holistic, VBAC, UnmedicatedBy Audrey Stinson | Certified Childbirth Educator, Former RN, Mama of 4

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