General

 Information for Mothers       

The OAA is committed to informing mothers and their partners about the benefits and risks of anaesthesia and pain-relief in childbirth and supports the principle of involving them as much as possible in their care.

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Follow the links for

• DVD - how to order, details of the two films, view clips
  
  
• Pain Relief Leaflets - free downloads, translations, order form, proforma invoice 
  
  
• Caesarean Section Leaflets - free downloads, translations, order form, proforma invoice 
  
  
• Epidural Information Cards - for the early stages of labour: downloads and translations
  
  
• Phrase Cards - for use when interpreters are not available
  
  
• TENS - Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Women's Health (ACPWH) guidance on safe use of TENS for musculoskeletal pain during pregnancy
  
  

Our aim is to expand this area and we would welcome feedback.  
Please address your comments to  Dr Rosie Jones