Due to a rare blood issue, Mandy Moore claims she will give birth naturally
Moore talked openly about going without an epidural during birth
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Due to her diagnosis of an autoimmune disorder called immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP).
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"My platelets are too low for an epidural," Moore shared in an interview with "Today Parents." "
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The actress decided to end her "In Real Life" tour early.
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"I was scared I was going to adversely affect my [unborn] baby and his growth," she said.
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"Moore took to Instagram last month and said that being on tour while pregnant was "too challenging.
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Early in June, Moore shared the news of her pregnancy on Instagram.
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In the fall, the couple will welcome their second son.
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