German innovation is making a natural childbirth easier.   EPI-NO training reduces the risks of tearing, & episiotomy (stitches) during a vaginal birth. German studies show a shorter 2nd stage labour, fewer perineal injuries, decreased anxiety in first-time mothers, and better APGAR scores for their babies.  An Australian Study in 2004 concluded  'EPI-NO is beneficial in decreasing damage to the perineum during vaginal birth' (Prof.G.Kovacs, Box Hill...