I didn't have Peth with DD1, went straight to epi because I was also worried about effects on baby. That's also my only regret with her birth. After the epi things just went down hill because I was restricted to the bed. I would definitely choose peth based on that experience. Provided I wasn't too close to birth.

With a shorter labour next time though I never even thought of using anything, I hope it's the same food you and you don't even have to worry about it xx