One more thing!
My surgeon uses the epidural for pain managment. I was scared of it because of a c-section with a spinal that HURT, but my surgeon told me the epidural goes into a different spot and that they arent worrying about a baby this time, just about me and MY comfort. I am having open rny and am Sooooooooooo glad I will NOT be awake for it. ***Grins Good luck!