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The process of birth in humans, also known as labor and delivery, typically occurs in three stages:
1. The first stage of labor begins with the onset of regular contractions, which help to dilate and efface the cervix. This stage can last for several hours and is often the longest part of the birthing process. As the cervix dilates to 10 centimeters, the mother may experience increasing discomfort and pain.
2. The second stage of labor is the pushing stage, during which the mother actively pushes to help the baby move through the birth canal. This stage can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours, depending on the individual circumstances. Once the baby's head emerges, the healthcare provider may assist in guiding the baby's shoulders and body out of the birth canal.
3. The third stage of labor involves the delivery of the placenta, which is expelled from the uterus after the baby is born. This stage typically occurs within a few minutes to an hour after the baby's birth.
Throughout the birthing process, healthcare providers monitor the mother and baby's vital signs and provide support and guidance as needed. In some cases, medical interventions such as pain medication, assisted delivery, or cesarean section may be necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of both the mother and baby.
1. The first stage of labor begins with the onset of regular contractions, which help to dilate and efface the cervix. This stage can last for several hours and is often the longest part of the birthing process. As the cervix dilates to 10 centimeters, the mother may experience increasing discomfort and pain.
2. The second stage of labor is the pushing stage, during which the mother actively pushes to help the baby move through the birth canal. This stage can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours, depending on the individual circumstances. Once the baby's head emerges, the healthcare provider may assist in guiding the baby's shoulders and body out of the birth canal.
3. The third stage of labor involves the delivery of the placenta, which is expelled from the uterus after the baby is born. This stage typically occurs within a few minutes to an hour after the baby's birth.
Throughout the birthing process, healthcare providers monitor the mother and baby's vital signs and provide support and guidance as needed. In some cases, medical interventions such as pain medication, assisted delivery, or cesarean section may be necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of both the mother and baby.
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