Pain Relief for Labor & DeliveryAnalgesics
Analgesics are given to mothers in the active stage of labor. They are also administered for cesarean births, and postpartum pain.
What Will This do for me?
Analgesics will relieve pain associated with labor and delivery. It allows the mother in the labor to surrender to her labor and allow things to progress more smoothly. It also allows women to rest between contractions
What are the disadvantages? Limits woman's mobility during active phase of drugMay decrease strength and frequency of contractionsMay decrease maternal respirationMay depress infant if given close to birth
A variety of drugs can be used during childbirth. To best understand their impact on you, it is your responsibility to talk with your caregiver about the types, dosages, and effects of medication you may be given. The falowing is general summary.
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