Tag: Pain relief

TENS Contraindications

TENS Contraindications

It’s essential to consider TENS contraindications. The absolute contraindication applies to people with pacemakers. In this case, the cardiologist would need to give their approval
Natural Methods for Pain Relief

Natural Methods for Pain Relief

Many tools and methods to soothe pain are available during childbirth.
How to Soothe Pain During a VBAC

How to Soothe Pain During a VBAC

To read the previous part, go to VBAC Success Rates. Like during a first vaginal birth, every method for soothing pain can be used during
Analgesics and Anesthetics

Analgesics and Anesthetics

During a hospital delivery, you will have the choice to relieve the pain of contractions with analgesics or anesthetics
Are there alternative ways to soothe pain during labour?

Are there alternative ways to soothe pain during labour?

Marie, I am writing to you because I would like to give birth naturally and was wondering if you know of alternative approaches so that
What is spinal anesthesia?

What is spinal anesthesia?

My friend gave birth to a beautiful boy this week and she said that the anesthetist performed spinal anesthesia to quickly soothe her pain during
Relaxation and Labour

Relaxation and Labour

Many natural soothing methods are available during labour. Relaxation, which is a natural human ability, is defined as a general state with a feeling of
Causes of Nipple Pain

Causes of Nipple Pain

There are many causes of nipple pain. In this entry I explain causes and characteristics for both the mother and baby.
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Epidural or Spinal Anesthesia

What is the difference between an epidural and spinal anesthesia during delivery?
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Pharmacological Treatments for Nipple Injuries

There are many possible pharmacological treatments which help sooth and heal nipple injuries during brestfeeding your baby.
Can I have an epidural with a tattoo on my back?

Can I have an epidural with a tattoo on my back?

Marie, I was wondering whether if I can get an epidural even with a tattoo on my lower back. My friend said that it wasn’t
The leopard position

The leopard position

How can you soothe a baby with a lot of gas? How can you hold them to help release it? In this short video, I