If your baby is in distress at this point, or if she doesn't seem to be making her way through the birth canal, your doctor may decide to deliver her by C-section or use forceps to help her out. Signs : You may feel intense pain around your vaginal and perineal areas as the baby's head crowns, or protrudes at its widest part outside the vaginal opening. If you have an episiotomy an incision made in the area between the vagina and the rectum to widen the vaginal opening it will probably happen at this point.
You may be asked to push more gently or slowly as the rest of your baby's head and body emerge. Finally, with one last push, your baby is out in the world! What to Do : Take solace in knowing that you're almost there! Concentrate on pushing your baby down and out. Your partner can help by encouraging you to push and to rest in between pushes.
Don't be afraid to try different positions —for instance, get on your hands and knees or kneel while your partner supports your upper body. The incredible moment of your baby's birth is followed swiftly by the delivery of the placenta sometimes called "the afterbirth". You'll likely be so absorbed in getting to know your newborn that you won't notice much about this stage!
How Long It Lasts : Delivery of the placenta generally lasts 1 to 20 minutes for first and subsequent pregnancies. Signs : Minutes after your baby is born, you feel contractions again. This usually causes the placenta to separate from the uterine wall. When your doctor sees signs of separation, she will ask you to push again to expel the placenta.
In some cases, she may need to reach inside and help pull out the placenta. What to Do : Be patient. As Davis notes, "I had a new baby, so it was pretty easy to deal with this last, relatively quick bit of discomfort. By The Editors of Parents. Save Pin FB More. Be the first to comment! No comments yet. Close this dialog window Add a comment. Add your comment Cancel Submit. Close this dialog window Review for. Back to story Comment on this project.
Tell us what you think Thanks for adding your feedback. All rights reserved. This is sensible unless you live a long way from the hospital. Don't feel embarrassed, or worry. This sort of false alarm happens all the time. More about Braxton Hicks contractions. They'll tell you what to do next.
Sometimes your body needs to warm up and prepare for labour. Your midwife will guide you through this stage by helping you through your contractions and encouraging you to find the best position. Translations and alternative formats of this information are available from Public Health Scotland. Ready Steady Baby! Early signs of labour. Labour may be starting if: you have a show your waters break you start to have contractions.
A show A show is when the mucus plug that seals the opening of your cervix comes out of your vagina. It's a sign your cervix is beginning to stretch and soften to get ready for labour. It can be anything from an hour to several days between the show and the start of labour. Your waters break The amniotic sac is the bag of fluid that surrounds your baby in the womb. Your contractions start Contractions are the regular tightening of your womb as it: works to open and thin out your cervix the neck of your womb push your baby down the birth canal It's a sure sign that your labour's started if they gradually come closer together and last longer.
This is known as bloody show as is normal. Your water might break — this is known as amniotic sac rupture and can happen anytime within the first stage of labor When experiencing contractions, notice if they are: Growing more intense Following a regular pattern Lasting longer Becoming closer together When your water breaks amniotic sac rupture , note the following: Color of fluid Odor of fluid Time rupture occurred Tips for the support person: Periodically time the contractions Be a calming influence Offer comfort, reassurance, and support Suggest simple activities that draw her focus from the labor Keep up your own strength.
You will need it! Active Labor Phase What to do: Now is time for you to head to the hospital or birth center. What to expect: Active labor will last about hours. If this is your first baby, or if you have an epidural, labor could last longer.
Other babies descend later and the mom reaches full dilation without feeling pressure. Can I get pregnant if…? Share this post:. Share on facebook Facebook. Share on twitter Twitter. Share on linkedin LinkedIn. Share on email Email. Similar Post. Labor and Birth. Mucus Plug Your mucus plug is a protective collection of mucus in the cervical canal.
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