A Normal birth is a non-surgical birth. It is a vaginal birth, regardless of whether it was assisted or induced. Normal labor stimulates lactation and is better for both mother and baby. However, there is no shame in resorting to a cesarean section if circumstances require it. The most important thing is that both mother and baby are safe and healthy during labor.
Epidural analgesia is given only when labour is well set and the cervix or the opening of the uterus is at least 3-4 cm.
It can be given as a single injection or in multiple doses through a special epidural catheter by a skilled anaesthetist, at regular intervals depending on the requirement and intensity of the pain
In this method lady’s back is cleaned with an antiseptic liquid and the area where the catheter is to be introduced is numbed with a local anaesthetic. The needle is then passed into the epidural space, small doses of medicines is introduced into the lower back spine through a fine plastic tube. This medicine so injected relives pain while labour and descent of the baby continues. Dr.Shweta Upadhyay
Painless delivery using epidural analgesia is very popular and is being used safely for more than 20 years. This technique of making labour a painless experience has been appreciated and acknowledged by patients who have opted for it.
