Q: hospital labor and delivery, what to expect?

Hospital tour: Birthing experiences vary widely to each person, facility and family. Schedule tours with the birthing center where the delivery may occur, and discuss the different birthing plan options available. You will likely be surprised at how much information you will gather and it will make the entire experience less stressful.

Q: do nurses or doctors run labor and delivery?

Teamwork: Both! doctors and nurses work together to provide the bet care to the patients.

Question 1

do all women bleed in labor?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is always some bleeding associated with labor.  Usually this occurs when the placenta detaches from the uterus.  The blood vessels that communicated from the mothers circulation to the placenta bleed briefly until the uterus contracts down and seals them off.  If the uterus is slow to firm up, medications and uterine massage can be used to speed the process along.

Question 2

i have ectropian cervix, after intercourse i bleed but the problem my drs can't figure out why my uterus contracts like its in labor for couple days?

Accepted Answer

Prostaglandins: The prostaglandins released in the semen may cause enough irritation for contractions.

Question 3

been on very heavy period for 3 weeks now severe pain feels like i'm in labor and am passing clots i feel weak from the labor like pain er visit?

Accepted Answer

Go to ER: Your prolonged heavy bleeding and severe cramping are concerning. You should go to ER immediately.

Question 4

what will labor and delivery be like?

Accepted Answer

Life in L&D: This is too varied to sum up in 400 characters! to best prepare yourself for *your* l&d experience: 1) take tour of l&d at the hospital where you plan to deliver and 2) sign up for their prenatal classes. It won't be like tv and every labor is a little different, but this can orient you to some of the things to expect when that special day arrives.

Question 5

what excercises can ii fo to have a smoother labor and delivery?

Accepted Answer

Stay active: Staying active during pregnancy has many benefits fr your body before, during and after delivery, as well as mood benefits. Walking and even running can be done well into pregnancy. Stretches and yoga poses (gentle) ones keep flexibility good and train you in controlled breathing. Kegel or pelvic floor exercises help you connect with those important muscles. Good luck for a gentle journey!

Question 6

stitching after labor and delivery

Accepted Answer

Sutures: Sutures might be needed if there was a significant tear during delivery or if you had an episiotomy. If this doesn't address your question then please re-ask with a clear question. Take Care.

Question 7

how do you know when you are in labor?

Accepted Answer

Contractions->change: Labor is typically considered to occur when regular contractions of the uterus cause a change in the cervix. It can occur before term as well as around the due date. Therefore, the OB doctor should be notified if contractions occur to arrange evaluation.

Question 8

how do doctors know if i am in labor?

Accepted Answer

Cervical change: Labor is defined as cervical change in the presence of regular uterine contractions.  Slow cervical change < 1 CM per hour is considered latent labor, while faster cervical change is considered active labor.  Active labor typically onsets at about 4 CM of dilatation, but this can vary.

Question 9

hospital labor and delivery, what to expect?

Accepted Answer

Hospital tour: Birthing experiences vary widely to each person, facility and family.  Schedule tours with the birthing center where the delivery may occur, and discuss the different birthing plan options available.  You will likely be surprised at how much information you will gather and it will make the entire experience less stressful.

Question 10

do nurses or doctors run labor and delivery?

Accepted Answer

Teamwork: Both! doctors and nurses work together to provide the bet care to the patients.

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