Labour pains are among the most intense a person can experience. But does childbirth really have to hurt that much? Fortunately, modern medicine in the name of anaesthesiology brings new and effective ways to provide the mother with pain relief and a better birth experience. I will introduce you to my work as an anesthesiologist in the delivery room and my role in caring for both women and newborns. I will also show you when time really is of the essence in a caesarean section and how to make endless pain feel like a fleeting moment.