@catholic2001 I had a little spring my therapist gave me for panic attacks, basically just a grounding tool similar to the combs people use. I just focused on that and breathing through contractions, had a pretty fast labor so that helped.
@catholic2001 Hypnobirthing helped me a lot to relax but you have to practice it a lot during pregnancy (or at least I found it helpful to do so). Start as soon as possible. Body ready doesn’t seem to be as mentally focused so I would also do a mental prep like hypnobirthing not just body ready
Also keep in mind the sensation might not be the same this time. Plenty of people find it much more enjoyable the second or third time around because they are less afraid (fear and tension causes pain).
