Has anyone given birth vaginally and not torn?

Hi all - so I’ll be 39 weeks on Tuesday. I took a six week Lamaze class, read the birth books, watched the birth videos, hired a doula, etc. but I still don’t feel prepared, which I guess is to be expected.

The one thing that seems to be a theme in a lot of women’s birth stories is that they suffer a tear at the final stage of pushing.

My doula sent over some information on how to prevent tearing, but I’m wondering if it’s even possible.

So I wanted to ask yall for the real - has anyone given birth and not torn? If so, what do you think was the secret? Or it just something I just need to accept will happen? and if so, what kind of aftercare would you recommend?

I’m also curious if there’s a correlation between tearing and having an epidural, since it can cause you to lose that connection with your body - i.e. pushing too hard or fast and not being able to feel yourself tear.

Thanks everyone - this group had been so instrumental during my entire pregnancy and I’m grateful to each and every one of you who has taken the time to share their experience and advice!