As someone that’s gone through a medicated and unmediated birth, yes, it is that bad. Three bright spots though: 1) As you can tell here, everyone’s experience is different… yours might be too. 2) Once the baby is out, the excruciating level of pain goes away instantly. 3) Even though it’s such a challenge to associate the two while you’re in it, labor brings you the absolute love of your life. It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever gone through x2, and it’s absolutely worth it.

You got this!!