I didnt take any special classes. I was at home the whole night while i was in labo, i just kept pacing back and forth when the contractions hit. It hurt wayy more to lie down which hubs was trying to make me do so i could rest. But i managed to rest between them. Once we got to the hospital and i was at 5cms or so, i still walked alot since i felt the contractions were slowing down. Once they were regular again, i got in the whirlpool tub. THAT was heavenly!
Anyhow, Can i just say there is nothing wrong with taking the epi? it doesnt make you any less of a mother. It is just a personal choice that one makes.