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… Condition Basics What is preterm labour? Preterm labour is labour that comes too …
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… that long-term bedrest lowers the risk of preterm delivery. footnote 1 Studies have … 2 Strict bedrest is no longer used to prevent preterm labour. But your doctor may recommend …
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… the uterus and the vagina. Before or during labour and delivery, the cervix stretches and … a short cervix may have an increased risk of preterm birth. footnote 2 How is it treated? … first pregnancy or if you have never had a preterm birth, having a shortened cervix may …
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… wonder about what happens when you go into labour. There are 4 stages of labour. Some … the fourth stage of labour for more details. Preterm labour Sometimes labour can happen earlier than expected. This is called preterm labour or premature labour. Going into …
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… Overview What is premature (preterm) birth? Pregnancy normally lasts about … 20 and 37 weeks of pregnancy, it's called a preterm birth. A baby born early is called … of Your Preterm Infant During preterm labour A preterm birth may happen suddenly or …
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… topic provides basic information about normal labour and delivery. If you need information … stage can be as quick as 5 minutes. With a preterm birth, it tends to take longer. But in … Pregnancy Pregnancy-Related Problems Preterm Labour References Citations Hodnett …
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… Condition Basics What is preterm prelabour rupture of membranes (pPROM)? Before a … When PROM occurs before 37 weeks, it's called preterm prelabour rupture of membranes …
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… can help you plan and start practicing for labour and birth. Medical pain relief options Each woman experiences the pain of labour differently. You may choose medicinal … techniques for childbirth Comfort positions labour and birth Practicing breathing …
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… phase is the most challenging part of labour. Because of the rapid changes and intensity of labour at this time, you may not get much … with contractions. Transition first stage labour signs Cervix almost fully dilated Baby …
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… 20 and 37 weeks of pregnancy, it's called a preterm birth. A baby born early is called preterm (or premature). Preterm babies are sometimes called …