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- 1 Uterine Distension Theory: This theory speculates that the distension of the uterus causes the onset of labor.  Placental Aging Theory: This theory is that body recognizes the aging process of the placenta and when it is mature releases the hormones that start the labor process.
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- Disrupting this normal process (and initiating/inducing labor to start before a baby triggers labor on his/her own) frequently causes a cascade of complications - from difficulty in latch, poor breathing, increased infection, decreased immunity, under development, failure to thrive, and an increase in SIDS.
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- As the end of your pregnancy comes closer, the cervix begins to prepare for labor by softening and dilating. This may cause the mucus plug to start leaking out as the cervix slowly starts opening before labor.
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Inducing labor Here are some medical reasons for inducing labor: 1  Your pregnancy lasts longer than 42 weeks. After 42 weeks, the placenta usually stops working well enough to keep your baby healthy. 2  Your placenta is separating from your uterus. 3  You have an infection in your uterus.  You have high blood pressure caused by pregnancy.
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Overview Having a baby prematurely can lead to complications. Some newborns may develop physical or intellectual disabilities if infections are not addressed. Two common infections include bacterial vaginosis (BV) and urinary tract infections (UTIs). At the moment it’s not clear why they can cause preterm labor.
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Pre Labor vs. True Labor 1 Decrease in the level of the hormone pregesterone, may cause uterine changes. 2  Adrenal glands of the fetus, when mature, may release a substance to stimulate labor.  The release of prostaglandin from the wall of the uterus may initiate labor.
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- definition and etiology The term precipitate or precipitous labor has been defined as a labor that lasts no more than three hours from onset of regular contractions to delivery . Precipitous delivery is generally thought to result from abnormally low resistance of the birth canal, abnormally strong uterine contractions, lack of awareness of painful contractions, or some combination of these .
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Labor and Delivery During the latent, or first phase of labor, you can expect: 1  Contractions will be mild and 15 to 20 minutes apart at the beginning. 2  Your cervix will dilate to approximately 3 or 4 centimeters and efface, or thin. 3  You’ll likely be at home, but expect to be admitted to the hospital toward the end of this phase.
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Stages of Labor Stage One: The first state of labor begins with the onset of contractions that cause progressive changes in the cervix and ends when the cervix is fully dilated. This stage is divided into two phases: early (also known as latent), and active labor (the later part of this phase is referred to as transition).uring this time the cervix dilates from about 3 to 4 centimeters to 10 centimeters. With active labor, the baby generally starts to descend. Some women request pain (usually an epidural) during this stage of labor.
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- If the woman has diabetes as an intercurrent disease in pregnancy, it can cause early labor, birth defects, and very large babies.Diabetes mellitus may be effectively managed by appropriate meal planning, increased physical activity and properly-instituted insulin treatment.
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Precipitate delivery Precipitate delivery. Precipitate delivery refers to a delivery which results after an unusually rapid labor (combined 1st stage and second stage duration is <2hrs) and culminates in the rapid, spontaneous expulsion of the infant. Delivery often occurs without the benefit of asepsis.
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Labor and Delivery While no one knows what causes labor to start or can predict when labor will start or how long it will last, there are several hormonal and physical changes that indicate you are in early labor: 1  Lightening. 2  Irregular contractions. 3  Water breaking.  Effacement and dilation of the cervix.
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Pregnancy and Signs of Labor No one knows what causes labor to start or when it will start, but several hormonal and physical changes may indicate the beginning of labor: 1  Lightening. 2  Passing of the mucus plug. 3  Contractions. Water breaking.  Effacement and dilation of the cervix.
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- Keep in mind that your health care provider might also use a combination of these methods to induce labor. How long it takes for labor to start depends on how your body responds to the induction techniques. If your cervix needs time to ripen, it might take two days before labor begins. If you simply need a little push, you might be holding your baby in your arms in a matter of hours. Contractions might become stronger and more painful earlier in induced labor than they would in a naturally occurring labor. If relaxation and breathing techniques aren't enough to control the pain, ask for relief. Your health care provider might recommend an epidural block or other options.
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Preterm Labor A large uterus or a short cervix can cause you to go into labor early. A chronic illness , such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or obesity, can cause early labor. An infection , such as a urinary tract infection or vaginal infection, can weaken the membranes (linings) of the amniotic sac around your baby. This could lead to premature rupture of the membranes and preterm labor. Problems with the placenta , such as placenta previa or placental separation, may cause preterm labor.
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Premature Labor The earlier in pregnancy a baby is born, the more likely the baby will have physical or mental disabilities. Preterm labor occurs in approximately 12 percent of pregnancies. The cause of preterm labor isn’t always known, but there are certain risk factors that can increase the likelihood of going into labor early.
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- The first stage begins when you start having contractions that cause progressive changes in your cervix and ends when your cervix is fully dilated. This stage is divided into two phases: 1  Early labor: Your cervix gradually effaces (thins out) and dilates (opens).
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Causes of Preterm Labor Causes of Preterm Delivery. Preterm delivery has several causes. Sometimes a woman goes into labor early for no obvious reason. At other times there may be a medical reason for early labor and delivery. The chart below lists the causes of preterm delivery and the percentages of women who deliver early due to each cause.
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- First Stage of Labor. The first stage of labor is the longest and involves three phases: Early Labor Phase –The time of the onset of labor until the cervix is dilated to 3 cm. Active Labor Phase – Continues from 3 cm. until the cervix is dilated to 7 cm. Transition Phase – Continues from 7 cm. until the cervix is fully dilated to 10 cm.
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Inducing labor The induction of labor may be started before any signs of labor are present when: 1  The membranes or bag of waters breaks but labor has not begun (after your pregnancy has passed 34 to 36 weeks). 2  You pass your due date, most often when the pregnancy is between 41 and 42 weeks.  You have had a stillbirth in the past.
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Sepsis: What you need to know Early onset sepsis appears before the age of 3 days and late onset sepsis is when symptoms appear after 3 days of life. The cause of sepsis in newborns can be viral, bacterial, or fungal. Viral causes include enterovirus, herpex virus simplex, or adenovirus. The most common bacterial causes are Escherichia coli (E. coli) and group B streptococcus (GBS), which can be passed on to the infant during delivery.
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Stages of Childbirth: Stage I 1 Early Labor Phase – The time of the onset of labor until the cervix is dilated to 3 cm. 2  Active Labor Phase – Continues from 3 cm. until the cervix is dilated to 7 cm. 3  Transition Phase – Continues from 7 cm. until the cervix is fully dilated to 10 cm.irst Stage of Labor. The first stage of labor is the longest and involves three phases: 1  Early Labor Phase – The time of the onset of labor until the cervix is dilated to 3 cm.
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- First Stage of Labor. Early Labor Phase –The time of the onset of labor until the cervix is dilated to 3 cm. Active Labor Phase – Continues from 3 cm. until the cervix is dilated to 7 cm. Transition Phase – Continues from 7 cm. until the cervix is fully dilated to 10 cm.
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- Labor induction is the use of medication or other methods to bring on labor. Labor is induced to cause a pregnant woman’s cervix to open and to prepare for vaginal birth. Most health care providers wait 1–2 weeks after a woman’s due date before considering inducing labor.
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Stages of Childbirth: Stage I 1 Early Labor Phase –The time of the onset of labor until the cervix is dilated to 3 cm. 2  Active Labor Phase – Continues from 3 cm. until the cervix is dilated to 7 cm.  Transition Phase – Continues from 7 cm. until the cervix is fully dilated to 10 cm.
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Stages of Childbirth: Stage I First stage: The time of the onset of true labor until the cervix is completely dilated to 10 cm. Second stage: The period after the cervix is dilated to 10 cm until the baby is delivered. Third stage: Delivery of the placenta.