There are lots of non-medical pain relief options you can try too if you are interested. Doulas are fabulous for drug-free births - 60% less requests for epidurals.

You can read about Doulas here: https://www.bellybelly.com.au/pregna...hat-is-a-doula

Water is a great tool along with heat packs and making sure you are not on the bed (which is guaranteed once you have an epidural).