Thanks Michelle. How did you find it in terms of relief for the contractions in comparison to, say, gas. I had gas with DD, Peth, and an epidural and the epi was the only thing that worked... but it was very traumatic getting it in. I only know about this option because I was asking him alternatives for what I went through. I like the fact that it has such a short half life and has far less effect on the baby than pethadine, that it is a standard IV access and they don't have to go anywhere near my screwy back. I just don't know how I'd go getting it here in Melbourne... Unfortunately, he doesn't have "visiting rights" at any of the hospitals I'd be interested in birthing at. He is a HUGE advocate for VBAC though and I'd love to have him batting on my side!

Also Michelle, how long did you feel the effects for? I was told the trial locked out for 2 minutes after each press and I'd be worried that it might not cover the duration of the contraction... also, did you find you had to hit it early in your contractions to ensure maximum benefit or if you were a bit slow to hit it, it still worked?

Thanks so much.

MG