“Childbirth Isn’t That Bad” #waitaminute

“Childbirth Isn’t That Bad” #holdon During childbirth, the cervix gradually dilates, or opens, to allow the baby to pass through the birth canal. This dilation is a critical part of labor and occurs in stages, often causing increasing levels of pain as it progresses. In the early stages, when the cervix is dilated between 1 to 4 centimeters, contractions are typically less intense, and the pain, while uncomfortable, is generally more manageable. As dilation increases to 5 to 7 centimeters, contractions become stronger, more frequent, and longer-lasting, leading to a significant increase in pain. The final stage, from 8 to 10 centimeters, marks the transition phase, which is often the most painful part of labor. During this phase, the contractions are almost continuous, and the cervix is under intense pressure as it fully dilates to 10 centimeters, which can cause severe pain. The intensity of the pain is partly due to the stretching and thinning of the cervix, the pressure from the baby’s head, and the body’s release of hormones that intensify contractions. #women #pregnant #pregnancy