176 | Epidural Diaries: Why your bestie got an epidural and how to be more prepared

The Unmedicated Girlies | Empowered & Informed Birth Education with Fierce Lizzie

How many of your friends wanted a natural birth but ended up getting an epidural?? We're breaking down why many moms say “yes” to the epidural, what makes it so tempting, and how you can be more prepared to stay on track with your unmedicated birth plan. From long labors and Pitocin contractions to the hospital environment itself, we’ll dive into the top reasons moms opt for pain relief and share the tools, strategies, and mindset shifts you need to manage labor without an epidural.

Episode 132 | Get informed on the epidural

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