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Managing pain during childbirth

Expectant mothers often wonder how they’ll cope with contractions and labor pain when the time comes. Different women experience labor pain differently. Having a support person to look after you and encourage you during the birth can be a big help. What do contractions feel like? And what can help you cope with very painful contractions?

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