I went through c sect with epidural so I didn't experience labor pain. Just to answer a few, there is absolutely no pain during administering of epidural, the effect is almost instant. I went through c sect without any pain, but once it wears off and drips removed 24 hours later, I felt as if a train ran over me. However, in a few hours time I was able to get off bed by myself and walk, I even showered.
I myself was the same as you, low threshold of pain, but when I think of my baby, that gave me strength.
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