My Ob asked me today at my visit if I have decided to have epidural for pain relief for my baby's birth. As this is my first pregnancy, I am so unclear of whether to accept epidural or not. Can anyone give any advice? Also, is there any exercise that I can start doing to minimize the possibility of a tear or to facilitate an easier vaginal birth? I am really excited as my baby's birth is approaching. At the same time, I am really anxious/scared of the whole birth process.