DGO, MS, Fellowship in Gynaecological Lap Surgery (Sydney -Australia)
Consultant Gynaecologist & Obstetrician
Infertility Specialist & Lapaoscopic Surgeon
by Dr. Sankar Dasmahapatra
A normal (vaginal) delivery is the natural birth of a baby through the birth canal. It is recommended for uncomplicated pregnancies and involves several stages of labor.
Stages of Normal Delivery -
1) Onset of Labor - Contractions become Stronger and more frequent
2) Cervical Dilation and Effacement - Cervix opens and thins
3) Pushing Phase: Mother pushes as baby moves through the birth canal
4) Birth and placenta delivery
How to Improve Chances of a Normal Delivery -
1) Staying Physically Active
2) Eating a Nutritious Diet
3) Getting Adequate Rest
4) Staying Hydrated
5) Attending Prenatal Classes
What to Expect -
1) Labor requires endurance; rest and hydration are essential
2) Pain relief options, including epidurals, are available
3) Post-delivery physical and emotional changes are normal