LEVITTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Having a baby is a major milestone for many women. But managing the labor pain can be a big hurdle in itself. "Since it was my first baby, I really didn't know what ...

While an epidural can be an effective pain management technique during labor, it can also help relax muscles and lessen strain on the body. Experts agree it’s important to support and educate all ...

If you’re thinking about getting an epidural to help manage the pain of childbirth, you’re not alone. More than 70% of women delivering at hospitals elect for an epidural or other spinal anesthesia ...

BOSTON - New research finds getting an epidural during labor could help reduce the risk of complications. Maternal mortality is on the rise across all racial and ethnic groups, and a new study in the ...

While many hospitals require an IV during labor, routine intravenous lines may not always be necessary. Here's why they might be placed.

Epidural analgesia remains a cornerstone in managing labour and surgical pain, with evolving techniques aiming to enhance both efficacy and safety. Traditionally, continuous epidural infusion (CEI) ...

Share on Pinterest A new study finds getting an epidural can lead to a lower risk of certain complications. Yoss Sabalet/Getty Images Getting an epidural during labor is associated with a reduction in ...