Epidural Anesthesia for Labor and Birth - Medications for Labor

Once you have your baby, the epidural catheter is usually pulled out after the repair of any tearing or your episiotomy. If you had a cesarean surgery, you may have it in a bit longer. Once the catheter is pulled out, the medication is discountinued. You will usually be able to begin feeling tingling in your legs, and then feel the sensation slowly return. Most moms are able to walk within a few hours after the epidural. Though sometimes your legs will still feel a bit weak. This is not uncommon and does not necessarily indicate a complication. If you have questions, ask to speak to the anesthesia team.

You may keep both your IV and urinary catheter for a few hours, depending on how your recovery is going.

• After an Epidural

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