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Unmedicated Hospital Birth Coping Strategies
After initially planning on receiving an epidural (due to fear of pain), L’America researched and decided to prepare for a natural, water birth instead. Her fear of pain was overshadowed by her fear of needles, delivery interventions, and the potential lingering effects on mother and child. By using alternative pain management options (nitrous oxide, hydrotherapy, birthing ball, counter-pressure, and aromatherapy) and having a very supportive birthing team, L’America had a 17-hour natural labor and delivery (which included only 28 minutes of pushing) without any complications!
L’America Brown Bio
L’America is the mother of 2 children; a 1.5 year old daughter and a 7 year old ‘bonus’ stepson. She has been married for 5.5 years to her husband. Instagram – @1merbelle Facebook – L’America Brown
Resources
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Anthem—Future Moms program—Check with your insurance company
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Nurture Pregnancy phone App
Baby Nursing phone App
Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy: From Doctors Who Are Parents, Too!
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