An epidural
anesthetic is known to increase the chances of having a Cesarean operation,
or the need for the vacuum and forceps. Statistics show that half the
deliveries with an epidural results in resorting to such medical
interventions.
A
Cesarean delivery is sometimes necessary in order to
save the life of the baby or the mother. A Cesarean, however, is a major
operation involving severe risks. These risks include higher maternal
mortality rates compared with normal births, risks of
blood clots and
infections, not to speak of a longer recovery time. Additionally, if you
deliver by Cesarean, you might find it difficult to breast-feed your baby.
This could lead to less closer bonding between your tiny tot and you. It can
also result in reduced immunity to illnesses for him or her.
You can avoid the need for an epidural and the risks
connected with one, by using labor acupressure. Acupressure is a holistic method
that targets the same acupoints used in acupuncture. The difference is that, in
acupressure fingers are used to put pressure on the specific pressure points
instead of piercing the skin with needles.
Acupressure is a completely safe method, without any side
effects. It is impossible to over-stimulate the body while administering
acupressure, because the body naturally regulates and accepts only the required
stimulation. Labor acupressure is also a very simple, ‘thumbs-on’ method. It can
be administered by anyone receiving basic instruction in its application. This
means that you don’t need any great skill to administer acupressure. Because the
method is so safe, and incredibly effective, even the World Health Organization
recommends it for pain relief.
Giving birth to a baby is a unique and wonderful experience.
With the help of acupressure, both you and your partner can actively participate
in it… And you can soon have your baby with you, alert and not doped by
unnecessary medication, ready to
breastfeed and bond with you and the family. A
wonderful memory for your later years!
