Yes, labour for me was extremely painful. But there are pain relief options available to you that can make the world of difference.

Honestly, everybody's experience with labour is different. One can have a very painful and traumatic experience, whilst someone else can have a much more positive and less painful experience. It all depends on you!

I think the best thing is to find out as much as you can about labour and how it affects your body (understanding this really does help), as well as what pain relief options are available so that you can make an informed decision on what is best for you.