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What is a normal delivery?
- Normal delivery is a natural process that is beautiful and challenging, but with the correct planning, the process can be smooth for both the woman and the baby.
- Normal delivery is the most common method of childbirth, where a person gives birth vaginally.
- During a normal delivery, the uterus contracts to thin and open the cervix, pushing the baby out through the vagina or birth canal.
- Healthcare providers prefer normal deliveries because they're usually the safest for both the baby and the birthing person.
- Normal deliveries occur generally between weeks 37 and 42 of pregnancy.
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Get A Second OpinionWhat are the advantages of a normal delivery?
A normal delivery offers several benefits to the mother and the baby.
The benefits of normal delivery for the expectant mother are:
- Lactation begins sooner
- Shorter recovery time
- Lower chance of future pregnancy complications
The benefits of normal delivery for the fetus are:
- Improved immune system function
- Lower chance of respiratory conditions
- More likely to breastfeed (chest feed)
What side effects can I expect after a normal delivery?
After giving birth, you may experience physical and emotional changes. It's common to experience:
- Engorged breasts
- Constipation
- Mood swings
- Haemorrhoids
- Cramps
- Lochia
- normal bleeding
- Pain and soreness in the vagina
- Headaches, sweating or hot flashes (from hormonal changes)
5 Normal Delivery Tips
To increase your chances of having a normal delivery, follow these five tips:
- Attend Prenatal Classes
- Regular Exercises
- Maintain A Healthy Diet
- Get Adequate Sleep
- Practice Right Breathing Techniques
Attend Prenatal Classes
- Prenatal or Antenatal classes help pregnant or expectant women to be aware of the problems that might occur during childbirth and how to handle them.
- Along with these, some exercises are taught to have an easy, less painful, and fast childbirth. So, educate yourself well about the delivery and labour process so that you can face the delivery with a clear mindset.
Regular Exercises
- Work regularly on the mild exercises that are taught in the prenatal classes. Throughout pregnancy, exercises not only help to build good stamina but also keep you active.
- Regular exercises can help the body's muscles combat the stress of labour pains, and exercises that work mainly on pelvic muscles can help you have a normal delivery.
- The most important thing is to exercise under the supervision of an expert, as wrongly done exercises can harm the mother and baby as well.
Maintain A Healthy Diet
- A healthy diet is important during pregnancy not only for the mother but also for the healthy growth and development of the unborn baby.
- The right nutrition strengthens and nourishes your body, making you capable of easily and comfortably facing the challenges of labour.
- Have a lot of green fresh vegetables and fruits. Stay hydrated by having plenty of fluids and water.
- To maintain a healthy weight, avoid processed and other fatty foods. Too much weight gain can interfere with the chances of having a normal delivery.
Get Adequate Sleep
- A pregnant woman must get 8-10 hours of undisturbed sleep. Good sleep is essential for the healthy and proper growth of the baby and also for keeping the mind calm.
- A good night's sleep aids in removing the mother's exhaustion and fatigue from the entire day. Avoid caffeine-containing products like tea or coffee two hours before going to sleep, which helps to have an undisturbed sleep.
Practice Right Breathing Techniques
- During the process of delivery, a woman needs to hold their breath from time to time. So, it is better to start breathing exercises as early as possible.
- Proper and sufficient oxygen supply is very important for enhancing a baby’s growth. You can improve your ability to breathe properly and go closer to having a normal delivery by consistently practising deep breathing exercises and meditation.
Difference Between C-Section and Normal Delivery: Know what the best option is
- When it comes to childbirth, there are different methods that a woman can choose from. Two of the most common methods are C-section and normal delivery.
- Pregnant women need to understand the differences between them so they can make an informed decision about which method is best for them and their babies. Let's understand the key differences between C-sections and normal delivery.
Category | C-Section | Normal Delivery |
---|---|---|
Incision | Surgical incision on the abdomen or uterus | No incision, delivery through the vagina |
Duration of labor | Shorter | Longer |
Recovery time | Longer recovery time | Shorter recovery time |
Postpartum bleeding | More bleeding after delivery | Less bleeding after delivery |
Risk of complications | Higher risk of complications | Lower risk of complications |
Future pregnancies | Increased risk of complications | Lower risk of complications |
It's important to note that while C-sections may be necessary for certain situations, normal deliveries are generally considered the safer and preferred method of delivery for most healthy pregnancies.
Making an informed choice based on your situation after discussing the options with a doctor is essential.
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Book an AppointmentFrequently Asked Questions
VBAC stands for vaginal birth after caesarean. It is a term used when a woman gives birth vaginally, having had a caesarian section in the past.
About 3 out of 4 women with a normal pregnancy go into labour and give birth vaginally.
- If you have had a successful vaginal birth before or after a caesarian section, 8 out of 10 can have a vaginal birth.
- Your labour starts naturally.
- Ideally, you have given a gap of 2 years after your last pregnancy.
- If your BMI is less than 30.
- If labour isn't moving forward well, you might need an emergency C-section, which is riskier than a planned one.
- There's a danger of the old C-section scar tearing, so both mom and baby need careful watching.
- If the scar does tear, it can make things harder for both, possibly needing early delivery, blood transfusion, and putting the baby at risk of breathing problems.
- Women recover much more quickly in natural birth.
- They can establish early breastfeeding.
- Babies born vaginally have a lower risk of respiratory problems.
- Having a successful vaginal birth makes future births less complicated, with fewer risks for both mother and baby.
VBAC Is not advisable if:
- You have had 3 or more previous caesarean deliveries.
- Your uterus scar has ruptured during previous labour.
- You have other pregnancy complications that require a planned caesarean section.
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