Hi, I had an epidural with my first the midwives were telling me to have one because of my blood pressure being so high, but I went without for as long as I could, when they finally gave it to me, it worked for a bit, then I got a window, so I could feel my tummy but not my legs or waist! They then had to do an emergency c/section, I had to have a spinal cause I was frantic that I could still feel everything!! I didn't have to pay for anything because I had all my babies at the public hospital, medicare covered everything I suppose, and I had a good run with the public system. Now with no. 4 I will have another elective c/section.
Have fun and enjoy the pregnancy while you can don't stress too much!
Ree
3 beautiful girls and a beautiful baby boy