I had just the gas, and i remember turning to hubby and mum and said i was going to suck this **** till i cant remember my name, well i did forget my name but didnt help one bit with the pain at all for me!! Just stoned and in pain!
This time around i am getting an epidural if all goes to plan, i am still trying to keep in my mind that i might not get one if things happen to quick etc so i am not shattered if i cant get one.
I dont understand why they give pethadine though? I had it when i had surgery and it just made me very drowsy, would be helpful i guess if you needed rest, but cant see its benifit if you are in active labour?