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Must Haves for the Unmedicated Labor & Birth
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Going “all natural” or unmedicated for Labor & Delivery? As a labor nurse and mom who’s had 1 unmedicated birth myself. Here are a few items/things I think help.
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Equipment/Tools
 
Clothing Items/Comfort Wear
 
Education & Prenatal Prep

Equipment/Tools

 
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Obviously any comb will work. But it needs to be strong. These ones are cute and have words of affirmation on them. . There are pressure points in the palm that distract from pain when your squeeze the comb
Birthing Comb | Mama Natural
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Distraction is key. If you are a music lover then you may want to have some in your labor room. Whatever kind you want.
Bluetooth and Wireless Speakers - Best Buy
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If you love music but prefer in ear instead of speakers. Dont forget your headphones/earbuds
Shop Wired, True Wireless & Bluetooth Earbuds - Skullcandy
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Are you a smell person? Or oil person. Don’t forget this and your favorite calming smells and oils.
Ultimate Aromatherapy Diffuser & Oils Set
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Do you have a tens unit? You might want to add this to your tool bag.
Five Reasons Why You Should Use a TENS Unit During Labor
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Counter pressure and massage are a great distraction. Hip squeezes. Foot massage. Lower Back massage.
Amazon.com: Manual Back Massagers
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The classic birthing ball. Bounce. Sway. Rock. Move move move.
Amazon.com: Exercise Balls & Accessories
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Labor is 🥵. Put that wet rag on your face and have that fan blowing.
Table Fans: Home & Kitchen
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Heat to your back if you have back labor.
Electric Heating Pads for Back & Shoulder
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Clothing Items/Comfort Wear

 
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You will be moving a lot. Rocking. Squatting. Swaying. You definitely do not want to slip.
Non-slip Socks
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A lot of times you’ll end up naked or down to a bra only… just depending on how You feel.
Nursing Bras - Kindred Bravely
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Hospital gowns are not the most soft or comfortable. If you want soft and comfy bring your own but remember- it’ll probably get dirty and ruined so it may be a one time wear.
Labor & Delivery Gowns - Kindred Bravely
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Education & Prenatal Prep

 
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THIS IS MY TOP TIP!! Prepare your brain. Train your brain. I personally took this course starting around 15weeks of pregnancy (even as a labor nurse) and I learned so much. And I truly think I succeeded because my brain was ready for the challenge.
Mighty Mama Movement
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I read this book with my third pregnancy and it was my unmedicated one.
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth - Updated
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