A new book claims that there are over 25 different ways to help relieve pain during childbirth including acupuncture and herbal remedies. In Britain, however, we only have access to a few.
But are alternative methods really strong enough to deal with labour pains? Jenni talks to the books author, Nikki Bradford and to Obstetrician, Maggie Blot. Is the epidural a girl's best friend? Let us know your views Childbirth doesn't have to hurt, Nikki Bradford and Geoffrey Chamberlain, Vega Books; ISBN: 1843336170