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Bringing a baby into the world is a beautiful experience — but the fear of labor pain often worries expecting mothers. Thanks to modern medicine, a painless normal delivery using epidural anesthesia allows mothers to experience childbirth comfortably while remaining fully conscious and active.
At IRIS Multispeciality Hospital, Kolkata, we ensure safe and well-monitored epidural-assisted deliveries, helping mothers focus on joy instead of pain.
During labor, the anesthesiologist inserts a small catheter into the epidural space of the spine and delivers controlled doses of anesthesia.
Key points:
This method allows effective pain management without affecting the baby’s health or the mother’s ability to push during delivery.
Choosing an epidural-assisted delivery at IRIS Hospital offers several medical and emotional benefits:
1. Effective Pain Management
Epidural anesthesia significantly reduces labor pain without impacting alertness, helping mothers stay calm and focused.
2. Better Energy and Relaxation
Reduced pain allows mothers to save energy for pushing and delivery.
3. Lower Anxiety
Less pain leads to reduced stress, which benefits both mother and baby during labor.
4. Active Participation
Mothers can witness and enjoy their baby’s birth without extreme pain.
5. Customized Dosage
Doctors can fine-tune anesthesia levels according to comfort and stage of labor.
Epidural delivery is generally safe when performed by an experienced anesthesiologist. However, some rare side effects may include:
At IRIS Multispeciality Hospital, our specialists continuously monitor both mother and baby to minimize these risks.
The cost of painless normal delivery in Kolkata ranges between ₹5,000 and ₹15,000, depending on:
At IRIS Hospital, we ensure affordable pricing for epidural-assisted delivery while maintaining international safety standards.
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No. Epidural anesthesia has minimal effect on the baby. While a small amount of medication may reach the baby through the umbilical cord, it does not cause harm or long-term complications.
In fact, with better pain control, the mother’s oxygen supply remains stable — which benefits the baby during birth.
Yes — most women can move or sit up after receiving a low-dose epidural. However, mobility may be temporarily restricted if higher doses are used during a cesarean section.
A woman may opt for epidural anesthesia if she has:
Your gynecologist and anesthesiologist will evaluate your condition to determine suitability.
| Aspect | Painless Normal Delivery | C-Section |
| Recovery time | Shorter (2–3 days) | Longer (1–2 weeks) |
| Risk of infection | Lower | Higher |
| Hospital stay | 1–2 days | 3–5 days |
| Natural process | Yes | Surgical |
| Pain level | Significantly reduced | Post-surgery discomfort |
Q1. Is epidural safe for normal delivery?
A. Yes, epidural anesthesia is safe when administered by an experienced anesthesiologist. It provides effective pain relief without increasing C-section risk.
Q2. Does epidural delay delivery?
A. No, modern low-dose epidurals do not significantly delay labor.
Q3. How soon can I walk after an epidural?
A. Usually within a few hours, once the medication’s effect wears off.
Q4. What is the cost of painless delivery in Kolkata?
A. It typically costs between ₹5,000 and ₹15,000 depending on the hospital and doctor’s expertise.
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