Pain Management Strategies for Labor
In this class, Dr. Sterling introduces a wide range of evidence-based tools to help you feel more in control, confident, and safe during labor—no matter what kind of birth you’re planning. Whether you’re hoping for an unmedicated birth or planning to get an epidural, these strategies support not just pain reduction, but a more positive birth experience overall.
You’ll learn:
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How pain works in the body and brain (and what “suffering” really means)
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How to set up your environment to feel calm and supported
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Techniques for early labor at home—including the “birthday cake distraction”
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A variety of physical pain relief tools: water immersion, massage, movement, counter-pressure, heat/cold, and TENS units
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Mental strategies like visualization, mantras, breathing, and vocalization
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The importance of continuous support—and how your birth partner or doula can help
This class is all about helping you build a personalized toolkit so you can move through labor feeling grounded and empowered.