Many women use hypnosis to ease the pain of childbirth. When it comes to using hypnosis during labor, the theory is this: If you're scared, your body will respond accordingly by producing adrenaline, ...

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Mercedes Wells begged nurses to listen. She was in active labor and in severe pain. However, instead of being treated, she was dismissed.

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