Patient's question:
I just had my baby last night. During my time in the delivery room, because it was truly too painful, I couldn't bear it anymore and got an epidural. The baby was born naturally. I want to understand a few things: does getting an epidural during a natural birth affect the baby?What kind of help I need: Does getting an epidural during a natural birth affect the baby?
Doctor's answer:
If this is the issue, you can start by not worrying too much. Generally speaking, getting an epidural injection during childbirth usually doesn't interfere with the fetus. If there are any abnormalities, the doctor will communicate with you. In general, painless labor or cesarean delivery is often mistakenly thought to be caused by the pain from anesthesia. In fact, most people's bodies instinctively push forward to support the growth of the fetus. For the baby after birth, some may naturally relieve themselves, while others may still maintain their current posture and pain.