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Is having a fear of childbirth normal?
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Fear, no - concern.: Being appropriately concerned for one of the most dangerous periods in your (and your baby's) life is reasonable. Fear should not creep in, especially in western countries with access to high-quality healthcare. The risk of maternal death is ~1:100, 000 deliveries in the United States - that should reassure you tremendously. If it is pain that scares you, epidural anesthesia is the answer to that!
Answered 6/5/2014
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