This is an automatically translated article.
The article was written by Doctor Phung Quang Thuy - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
In addition to the knowledge learned in antenatal classes, when approaching the due date, pregnant women should learn information about the 3 stages of labor to have a successful labor.
1. First stage of labor
The first stage is the beginning of labor and lasts until the cervix is completely dilated to 10cm. This is the longest stage of labor and can last up to 12-17 hours. This stage is divided into early labor, active labor, and transitional labor.
During early labor, the cervix dilates from 0 to 3 cm. Contractions can last 30-60 seconds and begin every 5-20 minutes. There may be a pink discharge, mixed with some blood, from the vagina. There may also be back pain, nausea or diarrhea.
During active labor, the cervix dilates to almost 7cm. Contractions begin to get stronger and last longer, lasting almost 1 minute and repeating every 2-4 minutes. Pain medication may be given at this time.
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During transitional labor, the cervix dilates to 10cm. Contractions are stronger and occur more often. Pregnant women feel strong pressure in the lower back and anus.
You should rest between contractions. Use breathing or relaxation techniques you learned in your antenatal class or call your nurse for help. Women should not push until instructed.
The accompanying family members should encourage and help the mother feel more comfortable. During this phase, help the mother change positions every 1-2 hours. Stroking and massaging the mother while encouraging and encouraging.
2. Second stage of labor
The second stage begins when the cervix is completely dilated and lasts about 1-2 hours until the baby is born. During this time, the medical staff will tell you when you can push and will help you with childbirth.
The mother will be taught how to push after each contraction. You may be told to push harder or stop pushing depending on the time.
The accompanying family members should support the pregnant woman's body during childbirth and encourage and help the mother to count when pushing.
3. Third stage of labor
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The third stage is when the placenta comes out after giving birth. This is the shortest stage, lasting only 15-20 minutes.
The mother and her companion should relax and enjoy this moment with the new baby.
If the family has any questions or concerns during labor and delivery, please talk to the medical staff for the fastest and most accurate information.
Vinmec International General Hospital offers a Package Maternity Care Program for pregnant women right from the first months of pregnancy with a full range of antenatal care visits, periodical 3D and 4D ultrasounds and routine tests to ensure that the mother is healthy and the fetus is developing comprehensively. Pregnant women will no longer be alone when entering labor because having a loved one to help them during childbirth always brings peace of mind and happiness.
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