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Pregnant Mom Science | Wanting a natural birth is not just about 'wanting'; both the expectant mother and the baby need to be strong!

Childbirth is a necessary process in human reproduction. The diversification of childbirth methods allows human delivery to return to nature, reducing medical intervention, which has become a consensus. Choosing the appropriate method of delivery is related to the safety of both mother and baby, and this requires cooperation among the mother, medical staff, and family members.


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Linyi Maternal and Child Hospital - Editor

Childbirth is a necessary process in human reproduction. The diversification of childbirth methods allows human childbirth to return to nature, reducing medical intervention, which has become a consensus. Choosing the appropriate method of delivery is related to the safety of both mother and baby, and this requires cooperation from the mother, medical staff, and family members.

 

For many pregnant women, they still prefer to choose natural delivery as a method of childbirth because it allows for quicker recovery for the mother, and the pressure from the birth canal is more beneficial for the baby's health. While there are many benefits to natural delivery, not every expectant mother can successfully deliver naturally. Whether a baby can be delivered naturally is not determined by the family of the pregnant woman or the doctor, but rather by the physical conditions of the mother and the baby.

So, how can one achieve a natural delivery is a topic of great concern for many mothers during pregnancy. Today, let's discuss this together.

 

Generally speaking, the ability to have a natural delivery is mainly determined by the following factors: uterine contractions, birth canal, fetal size, fetal position, and the mother's psychological state... Among these factors, some are controllable, while others are not.

Uterine contractions

Many women have a vague concept of uterine contractions and do not understand where the strength comes from.
 
Uterine contractions are the forces that push the fetus out of the uterus. In fact, uterine contractions include multiple forces: the contraction of the uterus, the contraction of the abdominal muscles, and the contraction of the pelvic floor muscles, all of which play different roles throughout the delivery process to help deliver the fetus.

This force is uncontrollable, and many mothers cannot change it. If during the delivery process, the mother experiences insufficient uterine contractions, the doctor will take certain measures to promote contractions and strengthen the force to assist in the delivery process.

Birth canal

 

The birth canal refers to the passage through which the fetus is delivered, divided into the bony birth canal and the soft birth canal. The bony birth canal refers to the pelvis, while the soft birth canal consists of the lower segment of the uterus, cervix, vagina, and the soft tissues of the pelvic floor.

 

Generally speaking, the ability to have a natural delivery is mainly influenced by the bony birth canal, which mothers should be quite familiar with, as we often check the size of the pelvis during pregnancy. The size of the birth canal cannot be changed through human intervention.

Control diet during pregnancy to prevent fetal overweight

Pregnant women should pay attention to their weight during pregnancy. Expectant mothers place great importance on nutritional intake during pregnancy. If they do not control their weight and consume excessive nutrition and fat, it can lead to excessive fetal growth.

 

The ideal weight for a fetus is 6-7 pounds. If you want to have a natural delivery, it is best to control your weight reasonably under the guidance of a doctor during pregnancy, keeping the fetal weight within a reasonable range, which may make natural delivery easier.

Pay attention to fetal position and correct it in time if it is abnormal

 

The head-down position is the best position for natural delivery. During fetal growth, the head is the largest, and the head-down position can better fit the shape of the pelvis, facilitating the delivery of the baby. In fact, many babies are too playful and may present in abnormal positions, which undoubtedly increases the difficulty of natural delivery.

 

The best time to correct fetal position is between 30 to 32 weeks of pregnancy. Mothers who want to have a natural delivery can correct the fetal position under the guidance of a doctor.

Exercise more, avoid being inactive during pregnancy

Many pregnant mothers think that once they are pregnant, they should stay at home and be inactive to protect the fetus. In fact, appropriate exercise during pregnancy can help the fetus develop better and also assist the mother in having a smoother delivery.

During prenatal check-ups, doctors will definitely remind pregnant mothers to exercise appropriately. More exercise can not only help the fetus descend into the pelvis but also relax the pelvic ligaments, preparing for delivery.

The mother's psychology and willpower determine the delivery state

The mother's psychology and willpower are very decisive. Some mothers feel very fearful at the thought of natural delivery, but the pain of natural delivery is controllable. For example, having a senior midwife provide guidance and companionship throughout the process can make delivery no longer a 'lone battle' for the pregnant mother, helping her to relax.

Key words:

Popular science, natural delivery, fetus, birth canal, childbirth, mother, fetal position, many, pregnancy, weight

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