Childbirth – What They Don’t Tell You

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• Childbirth What They Dont Tell You

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Introduction

• When it comes to giving birth, everyone has a
  different experience. Some will tell stories of
  quick and easy deliveries, while others can be
  long and complicated.
• Although theres always a common thread of an
  intense amount of pain and uncontrollable
  happiness, there are some parts of childbirth
  that you dont hear about too often. Want to know
  what really happens? Lets get you prepared

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1. You may not notice when your water breaks.

• Movies and TV shows have gotten us accustomed to
  a very apparent water breaking scene as an
  indication of going into labour, but this isnt
  always the case. Some might feel a trickle, and
  some mothers may not even notice that it has
  happened.
• For most moms, labour begins and cramps and
  contractions. In some cases, the water may even
  be broken by your doctor.

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2. You might have a bowel movement.

• This may be shocking, and may even gross you out,
  but its better to know it now. During delivery,
  while youre concentrating all your muscles on
  pushing, you will also feel the need to use the
  toilet.
• But dont let this bother you. The nurses are
  used to it, and will clean it all up. Dont
  stress out about it.

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3. You might even throw up.

• There is extreme pressure in your abdomen during
  contractions and delivery, which can cause you to
  involuntarily vomit.
• Fret not! This isnt something that the nursing
  staff havent seen before, so they will be
  prepared for it.

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4. An epidural can only be administered at a
particular time.

• Make sure that youve informed your doctor about
  your decision regarding an epidural. Theres a
  very small window of opportunity during which you
  can take one.
• But there is a chance that you could miss that
  opportunity if you havent arrived at the
  hospital on time. So, its better to mentally
  prepare yourself for an epidural-free delivery.

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5. You can never have enough maxi pads

• You may know that you will start bleeding right
  after you give birth, but prepare yourself for a
  significant amount of blood loss.
• Because your periods were on pause for 9 months,
  the bleeding actually continues for up to six
  weeks. So, keep those maxi pads ready.

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6. Your baby can get stuck

• The birth canal isnt necessarily easy for your
  baby to maneuver through, and there is a chance
  that she can get stuck, but dont let this freak
  you out. Doctors will monitor your babys
  position at all times to ensure that there are no
  complications.

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7. Labour can be long and boring too

• Deliveries that weve seen on the big screen are
  more often than not, quick and action-packed.
  However, in reality, it could actually be long
  and boring too. Make sure you rest enough during
  this time. You can even read a book or watch a
  show while you wait.

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8. Youre not done pushing once your baby is
born

• Just when you think that you can throw yourself
  back and breathe once your baby is delivered, the
  doctor will ask you for one more push, and thats
  to deliver the placenta. This will be nothing as
  compared to pushing your baby out.

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9. The doctor may have to vacuum your baby
out.

• A vacuum-assisted delivery may be done in cases
  where your baby is stuck in the birth canal, or
  if the mother has a heart condition or high blood
  pressure. However, dont let that frighten you
  all you need to know is that the procedure is
  extremely safe, and somewhat rare as well.

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10. You may experience burning sensation during
crowning.

• As your babys head begins to appear, you may
  experience a burning sensation in your vagina,
  that could last for about two minutes. This
  happens when your babys head is stretching your
  vaginal tissue.
• You can choose to shift positions or slow down
  the pushing when this happens.

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11. Labour isnt about just lying around

• When you see labour on the big screen, its
  always portrayed with a woman lying on her back,
  waiting to go into the delivery room, but if
  youre not dilated enough, its better to be
  active.
• You can rock, slow dance, sit on a birthing ball
  or even walk to help you feel better.

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Conclusion

• Even after reading this, its natural to feel
  nervous about the birthing process. It doesnt
  matter how much you read up about it and discuss
  it with your doctor. Sometimes things dont go as
  planned.
• Remember that thats okay too. After all, its
  about bringing new life into the world your own
  little bundle of joy.

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References

• https//www.cordlifeindia.com/blog/childbirth-dont
  -tell/
• https//www.huffpost.com/entry/childbirth-facts-yo
  u-dont-hear-from-experts_n_3989129