Laparoscopic Surgery Specialist in Kolkata, India

Normal Delivery in Kolkata

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