The Epidural.

    I've been hearing mixed advice on epidurals. Some people said it was terrible, they couldn't feel anything so it was difficult to know when to push, they were so whacked out of their gourd they have no real memory of the birth, and it was like getting the Space Needle inserted in their back. Other people said it was perfect, they adjust the medication just right, and right after the birth they walked of their own volition to get a burrito. Then, while we were at the OBGYN getting the run around and Catie was getting a dozen shots, one phlebotomist tells us she didn't get an epidural because she didn't need it. It's fine. According to her, childbirth was no big deal. The only thing I know is that I really have no input in the matter. She gets to choose between the giant needle in her back or a giant child in her...well, you know.