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dilated
by midwifesally

WHY DOES YOUR MIDWIFE TELL YOU TO HOLD ON WITH PUSHING EVEN WITH STRONG AND PAINFUL CONTRACTIONS

This is because the cervix which is the opening of the uterus has to open from 0 to 10 cm. At 10 cm the midwife must confirm the cervix is fully dilated. If it is not fully dilated pushing through it will cause cervical tear which may lead to bleeding and other complications.

Let your doctor or midwife confirm dilation first before you start bearing down or pushing

In few cases the mum does not have control baby comes out rapidly.

In all work with your doctor or midwife for the best results

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Bladder
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A FULL BLADDER DURING LABOR

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Do you realize that once you are in the active phase of labor, your doctor or midwife will continue to encourage you to empty your bladder.

A cather will be used to drain the urine if bladder is full but the woman is unable to pass the urine

This is because, full bladder may prevent the head of the baby from descending into the pelvis. Contractions may not be so efficient.

After the birth of your baby a full bladder may also prevent the uterus from contracting well and can lead to bleeding.

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Labor
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YOUR HEALTHY NEW BORN BABY: A MUST READ FOR MUMS AND DADS

Labor
  • Baby will cry right after birth. The cry will not be weak
  • The skin color will be pink. Blue or pale skin is an indication of reduced oxygen. Report yellowish skin color as well
  • Weight will be between an average of 2.5 to 3.5kg. Babies who are underweight or over weight may need extra care.
  • Baby will breath with ease between 40 to 60 cpm
  • The heart rate/pulse will be also checked and it should read between 110 to 160 bpm
  • Baby will be active.
  • Baby will also be able to breastfeed. Report if baby cannot latch on the breast
  • Also examine your new born from head to toe. Report any abnormality you see. Check the back as well and report any abnormality.
  • If baby does not pass meconium or urine in the first few days. Report as soon as possible.
  • A new born vomiting, having high temperature or convulsing is not normal as well.
  • Baby may need some resuscitation and some extra care if the above indications are not present. Alert your health care professional right away.
  • Don’t be afraid to ask your midwife how your child is doing. It’s your right to be informed.

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