jeez guys,

Its not that im against drugs and pain relief i just dont know how some women do it without, i feel like ill take everything they offer, I AM hesitant with an epidural because some say it sometimes makes it harder to push but that could be just different people.

I really appreciate all the advice ive started doing some reading to educate myself,and if ive learnt anything from pregnancy and birthing its be well educated before you go into labour, so you know what to expect.I heard that
having a bath during labour or early contractions will soften my muscles and prevent tearing, Im almost certain i will tear as my mum and her mum did. I start my birthing classes on 01/03/08 with my dp, i heard they are very helpful.

This is probably just my hormones playing on me but i just want to say that i really appreciate everyones responses, they were all very helpful and very personal and many people dont like to tell personal things to people they dont know.

Once again thanks heaps

P.S. if i remember after i give birth ill post my experience and tell you all whether i stood strong or wussed out like i thought i would.