Labour and Delivery
At the onset of labor also known as the first stage, the cervix will be thinning (efface) and the baby's head will descend lower in thge pelvis. The a...
About Labour and Delivery
At the onset of labor also known as the first stage, the cervix will be thinning (efface) and the baby's head will descend lower in thge pelvis. The amniotic sac will often break signaling that the baby is ready to begin their descent down the birthing canal. This descent is the heart of the vaginal delivery. In order for the vaginal delivery to progress more smoothly, the baby will preferably be positioned head down.
A baby presenting feet or butt first (also known as breech) has increased risks and most doctors recommend a cesarean delivery or section if this happens. The second stage begins once the cervix is open all the way (10 cm or fully dilated) the baby begins to move out of the womb and into the birthing canal, the pushing will begin. When the woman feels the pressure of baby moving down the birthing canal, she will feel a need to push. This pushing action, combined with the muscle contractions of the uterus will move baby slowly down the birthing canal toward the opening of the vaginal.
If the baby is too large for the vaginal opening or becomes stuck in the vaginal canal, an episiotomy may be performed. Dr. Promila Gupta, at AarPee Hospital is very well-trained and experienced in labour and delivery operations.
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