Is a C Sections Painful?

You won't feel any pain during the C-section, although you may feel sensations like pulling and pressure. Most women are awake and simply numbed from the waist down using regional anesthesia (an epidural and/or a spinal block) during a C-section. That way, they are awake to see and hear their baby being born.

What is the most painful part of ac section?

Shortness of Breath

This is likely the most uncomfortable part of the delivery, however, it only lasts a few seconds. It feels as if someone is lying on top of your abdomen. For some mothers, it's a fleeting feeling but others experience it nearly the entire surgery.

How long does the pain last after ac section?

Your wound will feel sore and bruised for a few weeks. You will need to take pain relief for at least 7–10 days after your c-section. Your midwife or doctor will tell you what pain relief you can take.