Did you use any drugs in your birth? Yes, I used the gas (what a disappointment) and had an epidural (bliss)
Did you have complications during your birth? Posterior labour (ouch), cascading contractions (no breaks), meconium stained waters, ventose (sp) extraction due to poor position of my DS (and his big head), second degree tear and LOTS of stitches
Did you experience any feelings of dissapointment, disempowerment and traumatisation? Nope, My labour and delivery were awesome (if extremely painful) the epidural was great, I dilated completely within the hour and it didnt need topping up. I had enough senstation to push effectively etc. The epi allowed me to enjoy the delivery and not be exhausted afterwards. I had a student midwife with me which was wonderful and they all read and discussed my birth plan and consulted it when necessary.