This pain relief mini guide is written by our expert midwife Karen McEwen, formatted to be read easily on your mobile, covering the many types of pain relief that is available to help you understand the difference between non-pharmalogical and pharmalogical pain relief, so you can feel empowered to make the right choices for yourself when you’re in labour. Click here to download the guide.

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Our midwife-written guide explains your pain relief options in labour—both medicated and natural—so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

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