breathing...the harder and faster you breath the more n* you become. If you have not taken lamaz classes ask a nurse to give you a run down on how to breath. Not only will it keep you from being n* it will help with the pain! Other reasons people v* is because of pain meds. And for that reason, I did it all natural and it wasnt as bad as i thought it was going to be. Once you see your new bundle of joy, it will all be worth it, trust me! Good luck and keep us updated!