Overcome your Fear of Child Birth
Research your options
Discuss and clarify any concerns you might have at your prenatal visits. Learn about different birthing options and methods of pain control. Approach childbirth the same way you would a test–if you know what material is to be covered, you have a better chance of doing well than if you're unprepared. Look into psychosocial support networks, such as childbirth classes, midwives and doulas.
Also, learn about intravenous sedation and regional anesthesia options to find out what will be best for you. There are a lot of rumors out there–especially when it comes to epidurals. Learning that epidural is a low-risk procedure that can actually shorten your active labor may help to put your mind at ease. The more you learn about what to expect during delivery, the better you will feel about it.
