These phenomena show that the expectant mother is going to have a baby!
1, very relaxed abdomen, frequent urination.
1 week Before labor, the fetal head will come out first, so the fetal head will descend into the pelvis and the bottom of the uterus will be lowered. At this time, the expectant mother will feel that the abdomen will become relaxed, but because the decline will also oppress the bladder and rectum, there will be symptoms of frequent urination at this time.
Step 2 increase appetite
When the fetus descends to the pelvis, the pregnant woman's upper abdomen will feel much relaxed, her breathing will be brisk, her stomach will not be squeezed, her appetite will suddenly get better and her food intake will increase.
3. Increased secretion
A few days before labor, the vagina of expectant mothers will secrete a lot of transparent substances, similar to colloid, which is a signal before labor. Secretion can lubricate the birth canal and help the baby to be born smoothly.
There are three phenomena that can be prepared for labor!
1, uterine contraction
Expectant mothers often have irregular uterine contractions one week before delivery. This kind of contraction has short duration, long intermittent time, irregularity and no increase in contraction intensity.
However, if the contractions are getting stronger and longer, and the interval is short, and each contraction is more than 30 seconds, which is more regular, you should go to labor immediately!
2, see red
24-48 hours before delivery, the vagina will discharge mucus mixed with blood, which is often called "seeing red". This is due to the dilatation of the lower uterus and cervix, the separation of fetal membranes from the uterine wall and the rupture of capillaries, which is a very reliable phenomenon before labor.
Step 3 break the water
If the expectant mother feels that there is warm liquid flowing out of her body out of control, she should lie down immediately, improve her breech position and get ready to go to the hospital.
After understanding these phenomena, expectant mothers should always observe their physical changes, give birth as soon as possible, and don't worry ~ Finally, I wish all expectant mothers can easily give birth to a healthy and intelligent baby ~
The real process of giving birth.
The real process of giving birth to a child mainly refers to the whole process from the regular uterine contraction of the mother to the delivery of the fetus and placenta, also known as the total labor process. According to the different time of delivery process, it can be divided into the first, second, third and third stages of labor. Generally speaking, the first stage of labor takes the longest time and is the main uterine contraction process, which prepares for a smooth delivery by opening the cervix. The second stage of labor is the process of fetal vaginal delivery, and the third stage of labor is the process of placental delivery. The three stages of delivery are different in time and contractions.
1, the first stage of labor: a long prelude
Time span: about 6 ~ 12 hours before delivery. Generally, the first stage of labor of primiparas is longer than that of multiparas.
The first stage of labor is the beginning of delivery, and the cervix must be opened during delivery. Generally, the first stage of labor needs to open the cervix to about 10 cm, which is the longest stage of labor.
The main feature of delivery in the first stage of labor is that the uterine contraction interval is shortened. From the beginning of uterine contraction, it contracts for more than 30 seconds every 5-6 minutes to about 50 seconds every 2-3 minutes, and the opening speed of the cervix is getting faster and faster. Because the contractions become tighter and the interval becomes shorter, the parturient will feel pain in the lower abdomen. At this time, the parturient should endure as much as possible and avoid shouting, so as not to consume physical strength, which is not conducive to the smooth delivery of the second and third stages of labor.
2. The second stage of labor: the main exertion process.
Time span: about 1 ~ 2 hours, generally no more than 2 hours.
The second stage of labor refers to the process that the mother's cervix is completely opened, the fetus is delivered, and the fetus is born out of the mother. In the second stage of labor, the intensity of uterine contraction will increase. When the cervix is fully open, the fetal head will descend to the pelvis under the action of uterine contraction. With the progress of labor, the fetus will continue to be delivered from the mother. If this process lasts too long, close to 2 hours, it is necessary to inject oxytocin to strengthen uterine contraction or choose other midwifery methods.
3. The third stage of labor: delivery of placenta.
Time span: about 5 ~ 15 minutes.
If the placenta is not removed after delivery, it will lead to postpartum hemorrhage, so the placenta must be delivered and cleaned up in the third stage of labor. After the delivery of the fetus, the maternal uterine contraction will be suspended for a period of time and then resumed. Under the action of uterine contraction, the fetus will peel off from the uterine wall and move to the uterine orifice. At this time, the mother only needs to exert force again, and the placenta can be peeled off smoothly.
During the third stage of labor, the doctor or midwife will check the placenta and diaphragm to ensure that they are all discharged. If residual fragments are found, they will all be taken out, and at the same time, the uterus of the parturient will be checked to make sure that it is still contracting to prevent bleeding where the placenta falls off. If a woman goes through a vulvar incision during childbirth, she needs to be sutured in the third stage of labor.
In recent years, some people advocate that 2 hours after delivery is called "the fourth stage of labor". Because most postpartum hemorrhage occurs within 2 hours after the third stage of labor, the parturient still needs to stay in the delivery room for observation. If everything is all right, it will take two hours to deliver it to the lounge, and the delivery process will really end.
How to relieve labor pain
1, insist on exercise before pregnancy and exercise properly during pregnancy.
You can insist on swimming, buoyancy can protect pregnant women, swimming can also exercise the perineum, so that muscle contraction is strong. During childbirth, a normal labor force is very important for the delivery of the fetus. -On your own
2. Have a preliminary understanding of the labor process and be psychologically prepared to avoid aggravating the pain due to extreme tension and fear.
Family care and husband accompanying the baby will definitely help (if the husband is afraid, let him watch the video first), or let him buy a bag to "cure all diseases".
3, to avoid overnutrition, you don't need one person to eat two people to make up, just increase the amount of an egg every day.
Do you think eating too much is good? It's hard for a baby to get too fat if he eats too much! Weight gain during pregnancy is controlled at around 24-25kg. Generally speaking, the weight of a second-born baby will be heavier than that of a first-born baby, so it is more necessary to avoid the formation of a "giant baby" during full-term delivery under the guidance of a doctor. -The doctor said that.
4. Don't make a hullabaloo about during childbirth. Yelling is on TV, not recommended by the doctor! Shouting will only consume your strength. Learn the Lamaze breathing method of childbirth: Abdominal breathing is a breathing method that makes the abdomen bulge, exhale and then return to its original state, which is suitable for the beginning of labor pains in the first stage.
5. Use labor analgesia when necessary.
I warmly remind you that giving birth to a child is a hard process, and there will be many uncontrollable factors. Pregnant mothers must calm down at this stage and easily cope with the upcoming delivery. Having a baby is not that terrible. Do more exercise before giving birth, it will be very smooth ~