Conceived in October and delivered in one day
The closer you get to your due date
The more nervous the pregnant mother is
As soon as my stomach was uncomfortable, I felt like I was about to give birth
Correctly recognize the signs of labor
Based on these signals, you can determine whether you want to go to the hospital to give birth
You won't be overwhelmed!
Pre-labor signs
One of the signs: see red
Within 24~28 hours before delivery, the cervix begins to move, so that the fetal membranes near the inner cervix are separated from the uterine wall there, and the capillaries rupture and a small amount of blood is discharged through the vagina, and it is mixed with the mucus in the cervical canal and discharged.
See the characteristics of red
★ The color of red is generally brown, pink, and bright red.
★ The amount of bleeding is generally less than that of menstruation.
★ Redness usually occurs 24 hours before labor pains near childbirth, but there are individual differences, and there are also cases of redness in pregnant women 1 week before or earlier after delivery.
Things to look out for: Placental abruption can also cause bleeding due to rupture of blood vessels, which is very dangerous and requires immediate access to the hospital. If you notice that the bleeding exceeds the menstrual flow, or if it is bright red and has a bright red color, you should go to the hospital immediately.
Symptom 2: Regular contractions
Regular contractions are the most important sign of labor. False contractions come and go and last for a short period of time in preparation for real labor. After the occurrence of regular contractions, the cervix continues to open and the fetal head falls, indicating that labor is about to occur.
Contraction features
★ The contractions of the uterus are regular and gradually strengthened. The contractions are about 10 minutes apart and are mild.
★ The intensity of contractions gradually deepens, the frequency of contractions increases, about every 3~5 minutes, and the duration of each contraction becomes longer, which can last for 50~60 seconds.
★ Most appear below the abdomen and range from uncomfortable pressure to tight, pulling pain. A small number of pregnant women experience backache.
★ Contractions usually appear red when they occur.
What to do if you have contractions:
★ Walking around may make abdominal pain worse, so you can rest in bed and take deep breaths.
★ Use a cushion or chair as support to find a position that works best for you.
★ Don't do strenuous exercise, you can do light activities such as walking.
★ If the contractions are irregular or regular but have long intervals, there is still some time before delivery, and you can rest at home and wait for labor pains to reach at least 5-10 minutes before being admitted to the hospital for labor.
Symptom 3: Breaking water
Hydratolysis – Near delivery, the amniotic sac that surrounds the fetus ruptures, causing the amniotic fluid to drain out of the vagina.
Water-breaking features
There is a large amount of fluid coming out of the vagina that cannot be controlled, or a small amount that continues to flow continuously. The water that flows out of the amniotic fluid is colorless and transparent, and may contain floating matter such as vernix. Under normal circumstances, water breaking occurs before and after the uterine opening is complete, but a small number of pregnant women break the membrane before labor, which is called premature rupture of membranes, commonly known as "premature water rupture".
What to do after the water breaks?
In any case, you should immediately lie flat on your back, with your buttocks raised and your head low to prevent the amniotic fluid from continuing to flow out. After the water breaks, you can put some pads, and you need clean underwear and sanitary pads. Intrauterine infection may occur due to water breakage, and you should go to the hospital immediately if it occurs. Do not do heavy work or strenuous exercise when you are close to childbirth, and try to avoid squatting to prevent external force from hurting the abdomen.
Symptom 4: Lower abdominal distention
Feeling the bladder is compressed, causing discomfort in walking, distension in the lower abdomen, and frequent urination. If this is the case, please come to the hospital in time to ask an obstetrician for evaluation
Other symptoms of labor
1. Decreased fetal movements
2. Fundal descent
3. Increased appetite
4. Increased secretions
5. Frequent urination
6. Abdominal and backache
If these symptoms appear, it is likely that the pregnant mother is about to meet her dear baby! Pregnant mothers are welcome to come to Yingxian Maternal and Child Health Hospital to give birth, and wish pregnant mothers a smooth delivery, safe and healthy mother and baby!
Source: Linying County Maternal and Child Health Hospital