Category: Give Birth

Vacuum delivery is a type of assisted vaginal delivery, where suction is applied to the baby’s head during the final stage of labor, allowing the mother to continue pushing until the baby is delivered. The trained doctor holds the suction cup, which helps deliver the baby safely. Vacuum delivery is considered safer than using forceps…

A birth plan is a document suggesting the mother’s preferences during labor and what follows immediately. It may include options for pain relief, presence of a companion in the delivery room, as well as her preferences regarding medical interventions and type of care she would like during labor. The purpose of a birth plan is…

Episiotomy is a small cut made by the doctor between the vagina and the perineum (perineal area) during labor to widen the vaginal opening and facilitate fetal delivery. It is sometimes performed naturally when the perineum tears during delivery and is called a natural tear. Episiotomy is performed only in some cases, such as:

Full recovery takes from 4 to 6 weeks, and some cases may need to stay in the hospital for 2 to 4 days after surgery. You will need help during the first days to help you move and breastfeed. You may feel some cramps and bleeding for 6 weeks, with some pain around the wound…

Epidural is an injection in the area surrounding the spinal cord nerves (epidural space) and is used to relieve pain during labor in some medical cases. It is divided into two types:

Artificial induction is the intervention performed by the physician or midwife to stimulate contractions instead of waiting for them to occur naturally, and it is usually done when there is a danger to the mother or fetus, or delay in labor beyond the expected due date. If the pregnancy has complications and labor has not…

Breathing techniques vary depending on the stage of labor and help the mother control pain, calm. Techniques include:

There are many simple, effective ways that help achieve relaxation and reduce pain. These include: Relaxation techniques can also include breathing exercises, massaging the body to relax muscles gradually, in addition to mental imagery and mental training that help the body deal with contractions with less stress.

Yes, feeling anxious before giving birth is very normal, as the body prepares for delivery, and anxiety results from several factors such as: