no it really doesn't. I didn't even know he was done putting it in after except for being numb.

4 needles a day already. I think I'll be a pro by then.

Nope I barely felt it, and my contractions were so bad that it was such a relief lol don't worry about it, it's so quick and painless

If your contractions are really bad you'll be begging for a needle in your back to stop the pain. Didn't feel it at all

@haley_henson, no they numb you and other than a slight burning sensation you don't feel it.

Nope. Epidural doesn't hurt.