Dianne-TX Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 can you tell it's getting near for me. :) I had asked awhile back about anethesia options for delivery. I can't remember if I asked about using a local in the area before delivery. I know the dr. gives me a local before stitching me up afterward. So, I'm wondering if that would help take the edge off during the actual delivery. I have fast deliveries and do not have time for meds. It would be helpful just to be able to have something to help out in that intense moment. Just wondering if anyone has done that or knows about doing that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 That's actually an interesting question, imo, mostly because I can't find an answer online! Everything I come up with specifically refers to repairs. I'm thinking there are one of two issues, if not both - swelling caused by injection, and the loss of sensation leading to tearing. I mean, it just seems it would be an obvious routine choice if it were medically advisable, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in OK Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 Is this what you are thinking of: http://www.americanpregnancy.org/labornbirth/pudendalblock.htm But that intense moment is quite short and if you simply push through it, it will be over. Having a warm compress also helps some women. The baby's head helps numb that tissue naturally so if you are to tear or have an episiotomy done, the chances of you feeling it are very small. It can also help pushing in a different position other than on your back but I know in the hospital that is near impossible. I mean, it just seems it would be an obvious routine choice if it were medically advisable, right? There are SO many things that are routine but not medically advisable when it comes to childbirth. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 There are SO many things that are routine but not medically advisable when it comes to childbirth. ;) That's exactly why I found it so surprising! :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 They did with me, when I had dd, but she was my first and I was very young, they knew I would tear. Otherwise, I've never heard of anyone using it preventively. My nurse with ds the elder massaged me. Not the most comfortable thing, I didn't even know her name, but it definitely kept my mind off the pain :p With my youngest, labor and delivery went so fast there was no time for anything. :grouphug: It's so scary, but remember, when it's over it's over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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