Unfortunately, this will be subjective, as it really depends on when during the birth process the epidural was administered. “The earlier you’re in the labor process when you get an epidural, the longer it will be before you give birth,” Mustaleski explains. For those wishing to deliver vaginally, she recommends waiting until you’re at least 6 centimeters dilated before getting an epidural. “Movement and gravity help your body to progress through early labor and your ability to change positions will be limited after you get an epidural,” she explains.