Looking for a non-hospital option but a little concerned about pain relief?  If you’re nervous, then nitrous oxide may be the answer for you.  Nitrous oxide is similar to the “gas” you may have experienced at the dentist office.  You breathe it in during the contraction to take the edge off, and in between contractions you breathe normal room air.  The nitrous leaves your body in a few breaths and has no effect on the baby.  Ask one of our midwives if you’re interested in this option.