<p>डिलीवरी एक ऐसा समय जिससे हर गर्भवती महिला डरती है. जैसे-जैसे डिलीवरी का समय पास आता है, गर्भवती महिला के शरीर में कई तरह के बदलाव आते हैं, जो इस बात का संकेत देते हैं कि डिलीवरी का सही समय आ चुका है. लेकिन जैसे हर प्रेग्नेंसी अलग होती है, उसी तरह ये शारीरिक बदलाव भी अलग होते हैं. नॉर्मल डिलीवरी के लक्षण (delivery hone ke lakshan) ड्यू डेट से 3 हफ़्ते पहले से शुरू होने लग जाते हैं. एक गर्भवती महिला किस समय में लेबर पेन में जा सकती है, यह बता पाना मुश्किल है. आज के इस ऑर्टिकल में हम आपको उन 7 लक्षणों (Symptoms of normal delivery in Hindi) के बारे में बताएँगे, जो आमतौर पर नॉर्मल डिलीवरी की ओर इशारा करते हैं.</p>

<h2><strong>नॉर्मल डिलीवरी के लक्षण (Normal delivery symptoms in Hindi) </strong></h2>

<p>हर महिला की ख़्वाहिश होती है कि उसकी डिलीवरी नॉर्मल ही हो, लेकिन क्या आप जानते हैं आपकी डिलीवरी नॉर्मल होगी या सिजेरियन से इसके संकेत काफ़ी हद तक प्रेग्नेंसी के दौरान ही आपको पता चल सकते हैं. चलिए आपको बताते हैं कि नॉर्मल डिलीवरी के लक्षण (Normal delivery ke lakshan kya hote hain) क्या होते हैं!</p>

<h3><strong>1. बच्चा नीचे की तरफ़ आ जाता है (Baby Dropping) </strong></h3>

<p>इसका मतलब कि बेबी आपकी पेल्विस (श्रोणि) की तरफ़ बढ़ने लगता है. ऐसा ड्यू डेट से कुछ हफ़्तों पहले हो जाता है. एक नार्मल डिलीवरी (normal delivery ke lakshan) में बेबी का सिर नीचे की तरफ़ होता है, जिसे एंटीरियर पोजिशन भी कहा जाता है. इससे पता चलता है कि बच्चा गर्भ से बाहर निकलने के लिए तैयार है.</p>

<h3><strong>2. बार-बार बाथरूम जाने की ज़रूरत महसूस होना (Frequent urination) </strong></h3>

<p>ऐसे समय में आपको बार-बार बाथरूम जाना पड़ेगा और आपकी श्रोणि में बहुत ही भारीपन महसूस होगा. ऐसा इसलिए होता है क्योंकि बेबी ने अपनी हेड-डाउन पोजीशन ले ली है. ये सब होने पर फेफड़ों से दबाव हटकर ब्लैडर पर चला आने लगता है.</p>

<h3><strong>3. लोअर बैक में पेन होना (Lower back pain) </strong></h3>

<p>जैसे ही बच्चा नीचे की ओर आ जाता है, आपको लोअर बैक में दर्द होने (normal delivery in Hindi) की शिकायत होने लगती है, क्योंकि बच्चा आपकी लोअर पेल्विक रीजन (श्रोणि में नीचे की ओर) में दबाव डालने लगता है, जिससे आपकी बैक पर दबाव आता है.</p>

<p><strong>इसे भी पढ़ें : <a href="https://mylofamily.com/hi/article/165886">प्रेग्नेंसी के दौरान और डिलीवरी के बाद दर्द से कैसे राहत पाएँ? </a></strong></p>

<h3><strong>4. <a href="https://mylofamily.com/hi/article/%E0%A4%AA%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%87%E0%A4%97%E0%A4%A8%E0%A5%87%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%B8%E0%A5%80-%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%87-%E0%A4%A6%E0%A5%8C%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%A8-%E0%A4%AC%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%89%E0%A4%A8-%E0%A4%A1%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%B8%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%9A%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%9C-%E0%A4%B9%E0%A5%8B%E0%A4%A8%E0%A5%87-%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%87-%E0%A4%95%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%A3-%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B0-%E0%A4%89%E0%A4%AA%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%AF-182279">वेजाइनल डिस्चार्ज का बढ़ना</a> (Vaginal discharge) </strong></h3>

<p>बच्चे के सिर की वजह से वेजाइनल पर प्रेशर पड़ने लगता है और इससे म्यूकस प्लग निकल जाता है, जिससे भारी मात्रा में वेजाइनल डिस्चार्ज होने लगता है. ऐसा होने पर मतलब बिल्कुल साफ़ है - डिलीवरी का समय आ चुका है. यह डिस्चार्ज पिंक, सफ़ेद या फिर थोड़ा-सा खून से सना हो सकता है. यह नार्मल डिलीवरी का एक लक्षण है लेकिन इसे तुरंत डॉक्टर के पास ले जाना चाहिए.</p>

<h3><strong>5. डायरिया (Diarrhea) </strong></h3>

<p>अब हार्मोन्स आपके शरीर में आंतक मचा रहे होते हैं जिससे आपको दर्द के साथ-साथ दस्त जैसी शिकायत भी होने लगती है. ऐसा होने से शरीर में मरोड़ या असहजता हो सकती है लेकिन इसमें परेशान होने वाली कोई बात नहीं. आपका शरीर नार्मल डिलीवरी के लिए तैयार हो रहा है.</p>

<h3><strong>6. कॉन्ट्रैक्शन (Pregnancy contractions) </strong></h3>

<p>यह बिल्कुल पीरियड्स में होने वाले दर्द जैसा होता है लेकिन डिलीवरी का समय आने पर ये क्रैम्प्स तेज़ और बार-बार होने लगते हैं. इस तरह के कॉन्ट्रैक्शन नियमित, टाइट और हर बार पहले वाले से स्ट्रांग होने चाहिए, क्योंकि कई बार प्रेग्नेंसी के आख़िरी हफ़्तों में अनियमित कॉन्ट्रैक्शन होने लगते हैं, जो फाल्स लेबर का संकेत होते हैं.</p>

<p><strong>इसे भी पढ़ें:</strong> <a href="https://mylofamily.com/hi/article/%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%88%E0%A4%B8%E0%A5%87-%E0%A4%AA%E0%A4%A4%E0%A4%BE-%E0%A4%B2%E0%A4%97%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%8F%E0%A4%82-%E0%A4%AF%E0%A5%87-%E0%A4%95%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%9F%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B6%E0%A4%A8-%E0%A4%B9%E0%A5%88-%E0%A4%AC%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%87%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B8%E0%A4%9F%E0%A4%A8-%E0%A4%B9%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B8-%E0%A4%95%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%9F-41675"><strong>कैसे पता लगाएं ये कंट्रक्शन है ब्रेक्सटन हिक्स कंट्रक्शन या रियल कंट्रक्शन? </strong></a></p>

<h3><strong>7. वॉटर ब्रेक हो जाना (Water breaking) </strong></h3>

<p>ये लेबर आने और नार्मल डिलीवरी होने का श्योर साइन है. वॉटर बैग का ब्रेक होना मतलब एम्नियोटिक झिल्ली का फट जाना जिसका मतलब साफ़ है कि अब लेबर शुरू हो चुका है. इसका न ही कोई रंग होता है न ही कोई गंध.</p>

<p>उम्मीद है कि अब आप समझ गए होंगे किए प्रेग्नेंसी के दौरान किन लक्षणों (Signs and symptoms of normal delivery in Hindi) का संबंध नॉर्मल डिलीवरी से होता है</p>

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<h3><strong>प्रो टिप (Pro Tip)</strong></h3>

<p>डिलीवरी का समय नज़दीक आते-आते मन में डर पैदा होना लाज़िमी है. लेकिन इस समय आपको बिल्कुल भी डरने या घबराने की ज़रूरत नहीं है. आप बस अपनी डाइट पर ध्यान दें, टेंशन-फ्री रहें और इस समय का आनंद लें.</p>

<p><strong>रेफरेंस</strong><br />
1. Hutchison J, Mahdy H, Hutchison J. (2023) Stages of Labor.<br />
2. Desai NM, Tsukerman A. (2023). Vaginal Delivery.<br />
3. Romano AM, Goer H. (2008) Research summaries for normal birth.</p>

<p><strong>Tags</strong></p>

<p><a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/normal-delivery-tips-149870">Normal delivery in English</a>, <a href="https://mylofamily.com/ta/article/-189951">Normal delivery in Tamil</a>, <a href="https://mylofamily.com/te/article/%E0%B0%A8%E0%B0%BE%E0%B0%B0%E0%B1%8D%E0%B0%AE%E0%B0%B2%E0%B1%8D%20%E0%B0%A1%E0%B1%86%E0%B0%B2%E0%B0%BF%E0%B0%B5%E0%B0%B0%E0%B1%80%20%E0%B0%AF%E0%B1%8B%E0%B0%A8%E0%B1%80%20%E0%B0%A6%E0%B1%8D%E0%B0%B5%E0%B0%BE%E0%B0%B0%E0%B0%BE%20%E0%B0%B8%E0%B1%81%E0%B0%B0%E0%B0%95%E0%B1%8D%E0%B0%B7%E0%B0%BF%E0%B0%A4%20%E0%B0%AA%E0%B1%8D%E0%B0%B0%E0%B0%B8%E0%B0%B5%E0%B0%BE%E0%B0%A8%E0%B0%BF%E0%B0%95%E0%B0%BF%20%E0%B0%9A%E0%B0%BF%E0%B0%9F%E0%B1%8D%E0%B0%95%E0%B0%BE%E0%B0%B2%E0%B1%81-173627">Normal delivery in Telugu</a>, <a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/--157100">Normal delivery in Bengali</a></p>


नॉर्मल डिलीवरी के 7 नॉर्मल लक्षण! 

Normal Delivery in Hindi | नॉर्मल डिलीवरी के 7 नॉर्मल लक्षण! 

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">When a pregnant woman has too little amniotic fluid then this condition is termed Oligohydramnios. Amniotic fluid is a fluid that surrounds the growing baby in the uterus and helps in the development of an unborn child. It acts as a cushion to your baby, which allows your baby to move in the womb and prevents the umbilical cord to get pressed. By protecting the baby from any injury, the amniotic fluid performs several crucial functions. </span></p>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">During pregnancy, your gynecologist will measure the amount of amniotic fluid through deep pocket measurements. After the AFI (amniotic fluid index) evaluation, if the doctor suspects that it is lower than the baby&rsquo;s gestational age, then it can affect your health as well as the baby&rsquo;s health. When the amniotic fluid levels are low in the body of a pregnant woman, then this condition is termed Oligohydramnios. If the fluid is too high, then it is termed Polyhydramnios. </span></p>

<h2 style="text-align:justify"><strong>What are the medical signs of Oligohydramnios?</strong></h2>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">A doctor may suspect oligohydramnios when:</span></p>

<ul>
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	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">The volume of amniotic fluid is less than 500ml during 32nd-36th weeks of pregnancy</span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">AFI is less than 5cm</span></p>
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Absence of the fluid pocket 2-3cm (in-depth)</span></p>
	</li>
</ul>

<h2 style="text-align:justify"><strong>When can Oligohydramnios occur during pregnancy?</strong></h2>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Oligohydramnios can occur any time during pregnancy, however, it is most common during the last trimester. If the woman has passed her due date by 2 weeks or more than that, then her pregnancy is at high risk because the fluid decreases once the woman crosses 41 weeks of gestation. If your belly is not growing the way it should during pregnancy, then your doctor might ask you to undergo a scan. </span></p>

<h2 style="text-align:justify"><strong>What are the symptoms of low amniotic fluid during pregnancy?</strong></h2>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Here are some common signs and symptoms of low amniotic fluid levels:  </span></p>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Fluctuations in blood pressure levels  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Constant leaking fluid from the vagina  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">You are unable to feel the movement of your baby  </span></p>
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Both mother and the child are not gaining enough weight  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">The growth of the baby elongates  </span></p>
	</li>
</ul>

<h2 style="text-align:justify"><strong>What are the causes of Oligohydramnios?</strong></h2>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Oligohydramnios or low amniotic fluid during pregnancy is caused by:  </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>1. Water breaking </strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">It happens when the amniotic sac tears off and the fluid flows out. It is natural if it happens around your due date but if it happens before and after your due date, then you must immediately seek medical help.   </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>2. Urinary problems</strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Issues with the development of the kidneys or the urinary tract can lead to lower levels of amniotic fluid, which causes lesser production of urine.   </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>3. Problems with the placenta </strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">The baby may stop recycling the fluid when your placenta is unable to provide enough blood and nutrients to the baby.   </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>4. Post-date pregnancy </strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Amniotic fluid naturally decreases when the woman crosses her 42nd week of pregnancy.   </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>5. Use of certain medication </strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Your doctor might strongly recommend you to avoid medicines of high blood pressure or painkillers as they may lower your amniotic fluid.</span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>6. Maternal complications</strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Maternal complications like hypertension, diabetes, preeclampsia, chronic hypoxia, etc. can also affect the amniotic fluid levels.</span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>7. Identical twins </strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">The issue of low amniotic fluid can also occur if you are carrying identical twins that share the placenta.   </span></p>

<h2 style="text-align:justify"><strong>How can Oligohydramnios be diagnosed?</strong></h2>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">With the help of the following methods, your Obstetrician and Gynecologist can detect oligohydramnios:  </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>1. Ultrasound scans</strong><span style="font-size:16px"> </span></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">The fluid is measured in 4 various parts of the uterus and then is put together to evaluate AFI. The kidneys and the bladder of the baby are also assessed to check for any anomalies. Head circumference, abdominal circumference, and femur length are also assessed during an ultrasound scan.  </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>2. AFI (amniotic fluid index)</strong><span style="font-size:16px"> </span></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">It is measured through ultrasonography where a doctor can determine the volume of fluid in your uterus.   </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>3. Sterile Speculum Examination</strong><span style="font-size:16px"> </span></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">With the help of a speculum (device) a doctor can look inside the vagina and can observe the cervix.  </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong>4. Maximum vertical pocket </strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">With the help of ultrasound scan reports a doctor can check the volume of fluid in the thickest part of the uterus excluding the umbilical cord and fetal portion.   </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong><span style="font-size:16px">5. Blood tests </span></strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Maternal serum screening can help in the detection of low fluid. The doctor may also observe any congenital problems in your baby like Down&rsquo;s syndrome through a blood test.  </span></p>

<h3 style="text-align:justify"><strong><span style="font-size:16px">6. Amniotic wrinkle </span></strong></h3>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">It is possible when you are carrying identical twins and doctors have to detect whether both the babies are getting enough amniotic fluid or not.   </span></p>

<h2 style="text-align:justify"><strong>What are the risk factors of Oligohydramnios?</strong></h2>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Some pregnant women are at a higher risk of Oligohydramnios than others and this includes women with:  </span></p>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Diabetes  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Obesity  </span></p>
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">High blood pressure during pregnancy  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Problems with placenta  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Lupus (an autoimmune disease)  </span></p>
	</li>
</ul>

<h2 style="text-align:justify"><strong>Treatment of Oligohydramnios</strong></h2>

<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">In mild conditions, the doctor will always advise you to drink plenty of fluids to keep your body hydrated. If Oligohydramnios is diagnosed in the last trimester of pregnancy, then your doctor might do the following treatment for the severe condition:  </span></p>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Amnioinfusion  </span></p>
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Vesico-amniotic shunt  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Bed rest  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Fluid injections  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Maternal hydration  </span></p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16px">Termination of pregnancy </span></p>
	</li>
</ul>


Read this article to learn what is oligohydramnios or low amniotic fluid during pregnancy, it's symptoms, causes, diagnoses, risk factors and treatment.

Oligohydramnios (Low Amniotic Fluid During Pregnancy): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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<p>Before you make up your mind to grab the hospital bag make sure you are experiencing the actual symptoms of labor. A lot of women confuse their pre-labor signs or false alarms with active labor. Although every woman&rsquo;s experience is different still your body will give you some signals that you will easily recognize without a doubt. Nobody can exactly predict when a woman will go into labor. Labor is a process that can take a few days or hours before your baby arrives.</p>

<h2><strong>10 Signs &amp; Symptoms of Labor</strong></h2>

<p>Here are some common signs and symptoms that you will feel when your baby is on the way:</p>

<h3><strong>1. Lightening </strong></h3>

<p>It is the feeling when your unborn child has moved down or dropped into the uterus. You can feel pressure in your pelvis. You feel lighter from the rib cage side because your baby has moved a little lower. When the baby is not putting pressure on your lungs, you can breathe easily. It also gives relief from heartburn.</p>

<h3><strong>2. An increased urge to urinate </strong></h3>

<p>When the baby&rsquo;s head presses your urinary bladder it results in frequent trips to the washroom.</p>

<h3><strong>3. Bloody show</strong></h3>

<p>A thick mucus plug seals the opening of your cervix throughout your pregnancy so that the baby is safe inside the womb. When the cervix begins to dilate the mucus plug is pushed into the vagina. It must be expelled before delivery and when you notice a thick pink or brownish vaginal discharge then it is termed a bloody show. You must immediately seek medical help when you notice a different colored vaginal discharge.</p>

<h3><strong>4. The cervix dilates </strong></h3>

<p>The doctor can easily detect the effacement and dilation of your cervix during a pelvic examination before the delivery. A fully dilated cervix opens up to a width of 10cm however everyone progresses differently.</p>

<h3><strong>5. Increased back pain </strong></h3>

<p>You may experience dull pain in your lower back as your labor approaches. You may experience an unbearable pain that comes and goes along with some strong contractions. The stretching and shifting of the muscles and joints are preparing your body for childbirth.</p>

<h3><strong>6. Contractions </strong></h3>

<p>Braxton Hicks Contractions/False labor pains can start a few weeks before actual labor. You may experience the same feeling that you used to get during your menstrual cycle but with approaching labor the strong contractions will occur at regular intervals. It is considered one of the frequent signals of onset labor because even if you take a rest, it won&rsquo;t go away.</p>

<h3><strong>7. Diarrhea </strong></h3>

<p>If you notice that your poops are watery and loose then it means you are just 1 or 2 days far from the beginning of labor. The muscles of your rectum and pelvis are relaxing to prepare the body for the child&#39;s birth and that can lead to diarrhea. You must stay hydrated by drinking a lot of fluids.</p>

<h3><strong>8. Water breaks/ Amniotic sac ruptures </strong></h3>

<p>The moment you notice that you are leaking amniotic fluid you must immediately rush to the hospital. Amniotic fluid should be odorless and colorless, sometimes it&rsquo;s hard to distinguish from urine. When you experience slow dripping or trickle of some fluid towards the end of your pregnancy then it is a clear sign that the labor has begun. Do not panic because it is the final sign of labor and you are ready to meet your baby.</p>

<h3><strong>9. A burst of energy </strong></h3>

<p>After weeks of feeling lethargic and restless, you may experience a sudden burst of energy. You may feel like going out for a walk, shopping, cooking, or cleaning your house but you don&rsquo;t have to overdo it and you must prepare your body for delivery. During the process of childbirth, you need a lot of energy and patience. A few weeks before your labor when you experience a sudden burst of excitement and energy then it is termed as Nesting.</p>

<h3><strong>10. Slight weight loss</strong></h3>

<p>You may lose a few pounds because your body is shedding excess water. Towards the end of your pregnancy as you experience baby drop you may be urinating in excess and due to less amniotic fluid; you will shed weight. You don&rsquo;t have to worry because it won&rsquo;t affect your baby&rsquo;s birth weight.</p>

<p>Depending on your case you must consult your doctor if you notice any of the above-mentioned signs. If you are not having any complications or if your pregnancy is not at high risk then your doctor will guide you to manage active labor symptoms.</p>

<p>References:</p>

<p>1. Hanley GE, Munro S, Greyson D, Gross MM, Hundley V, Spiby H, Janssen PA. (2016). Diagnosing onset of labor: a systematic review of definitions in the research literature. NCBI</p>

<p>2.  Amanda Barrell. (2020). Signs of labor: Has it started?. medicalnewstoday.com</p>


Are you expecting the arrival of your baby soon? Read this article to know about the top 10 signs and symptoms of labor.

Top 10 Signs and Symptoms of Labor

Are you aware of these top 10 signs and symptoms of Labor? 

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<p>Premature delivery is a common problem in today&rsquo;s times. Read on to learn more about its symptoms and causes and how to prevent it.</p>

<p>Premature delivery is one in which a baby takes birth before the start of the 37th week of pregnancy. Premature babies, who are not fully grown and are delivered, often have complicated medical problems. The earlier your baby is born, the higher the risk of complications. This is because premature babies have very low body temperatures and cannot adjust their body temperature to room temperature.</p>

<h2><strong>Types of Premature Delivery</strong></h2>

<ul>
	<li>Late preterm - birth between 34 and 36 weeks of pregnancy.</li>
	<li>Moderate preterm - birth between 32 and 34 weeks of pregnancy.</li>
	<li>Very preterm - birth at less than 32 weeks of pregnancy.</li>
	<li>Extremely preterm - birth before 25 weeks of pregnancy, which is a very rare case.</li>
</ul>

<h2><strong>Symptoms and Signs of a Premature Delivery</strong></h2>

<ul>
	<li>Regular sensations of tightening in the abdominal region</li>
	<li>Backache problems</li>
	<li>Low-level abdominal pressure</li>
	<li>Light abdominal cramps</li>
	<li>Vaginal spotting</li>
	<li>Variation in the quality of vaginal discharge - consisting of water, mucus, or sometimes blood</li>
</ul>

<p>If you undergo any such cases as listed above, it is highly recommended that you visit your doctor immediately. Also, a regular check-up with your gynecologist is advisable during pregnancy.</p>

<h2><strong>Complications of Premature Birth</strong></h2>

<ul>
	<li>The baby is of small size with a large head.</li>
	<li>There is fine hair all over the body.</li>
	<li>The baby&rsquo;s body temperature is low body due to a lack of stored body fat.</li>
	<li>The baby is less active and has slow growth.</li>
	<li>The baby has trouble breathing due to an immature respiratory system.</li>
	<li>The baby might have heart problems and low blood pressure.</li>
	<li>The baby cannot easily suck or swallow, leading to difficulty in feeding.</li>
</ul>

<h2><strong>Causes of Premature Delivery</strong></h2>

<ol>
	<li>If you have a craving for a particular food, have it in small quantities. Excessive intake of any food can harm your fetus and cause premature delivery.</li>
	<li>Any health issues in your body before pregnancy can also cause premature delivery.</li>
	<li>Unnecessary physical work or inappropriate exercises that involve too much twisting and turning will hurt the fetus. Gym exercises, aerobics, intense swimming, or lifting heavy weights can harm the fetus and cause premature delivery.</li>
	<li>It is best to avoid sexual intercourse in the final trimester when the fetus has grown in size. During pregnancy, the vagina and uterus are extra sensitive to injury. The sexual act causes unnecessary exertion and could harm the fetus.</li>
	<li>Having a previous premature birth can cause complications.</li>
	<li>Already having a problem with the uterus, cervix or placenta may lead to premature delivery.</li>
	<li>Some chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes during pregnancy can affect the fetus, causing preterm labor.</li>
	<li>If the mother-to-be is underweight or overweight before pregnancy and during pregnancy.</li>
	<li>If the mother-to-be has gone through stressful life events, the pregnancy may be difficult.</li>
	<li>Multiple miscarriages or abortions also cause complications.</li>
	<li>Physical injury or trauma adversely affects the birth of the baby.</li>
	<li>When there is too much amniotic fluid around the baby during pregnancy, the uterus becomes larger. Preterm labor is to be induced in such a case without any delay.</li>
	<li>The presence of a congenital fetal disability may lead to a complicated delivery.</li>
	<li>If the mother-to-be is too young or too old to conceive, it may be a cause of concern.</li>
</ol>

<h2><strong>Prevention of premature delivery</strong></h2>

<ol>
	<li>The first and the most important thing is to take care of your diet during your whole pregnancy. Do not eat any foods that are difficult to digest.</li>
	<li>Carrot or tomato juice is not advisable. Tomato soup may be consumed occasionally.</li>
	<li>Cheese and paneer can be occasionally eaten in small quantities at lunchtime.</li>
	<li>Avoid noodles, biscuits, cake, and other foods made from refined flour as much as possible.</li>
	<li>Varieties made from whole wheat flour are better and healthier.</li>
	<li>Chemicals used in icing and decoration could be harmful.</li>
	<li>The amount of uncooked salt (salt added after cooking) should be reduced as it has almost no nutritional value.</li>
	<li>Soda and other carbonated drinks weaken the digestive fire in the human body. Such beverages may be replaced with freshly made lemon juice.</li>
	<li>Fermented foods are heavy to digest and, therefore, should be avoided.</li>
	<li>Snacks such as idly, dhokla, and dosa should be homemade and not be fermented for too long.</li>
	<li>Do not eat excessive sweet, sour, salty, spicy, bitter &amp; astringent foods. A balanced diet for the mother-to-be should include all six tastes in balance.</li>
	<li>Smoking &amp; drinking must be avoided.</li>
	<li>Avoid traveling on hollow roads or on vehicles that jerk and bump a lot when pregnant. Women should not travel long distances during the last trimester of pregnancy. Direct injury or impact of any kind to the abdomen can injure the fetus.</li>
	<li>Wear loose and comfortable garments. Avoid tight-fitting clothes that will impede circulation. Jeans, skirts, and petticoats that tend to tighten around the abdomen should be avoided.</li>
	<li>In the case of multiple pregnancies, you can go through a surgical procedure performed during pregnancy in women. During this procedure, the cervix is stitched close with strong sutures to provide extra support to the uterus. You need to avoid vigorous activity throughout the remaining pregnancy in such cases. This can help you in preventing preterm labor.</li>
	<li>An interval of fewer than six months between pregnancies is not recommended. It would help if you had at least a year&rsquo;s gap or more between pregnancies.</li>
</ol>

<h2><strong>Conclusion</strong></h2>

<p>So, complications of preterm labor include delivering a preterm baby. This can pose several health concerns for your baby.</p>

<p>Therefore, to promote a healthy, full-term pregnancy, take care of your diet. Seek regular prenatal care, and consider pregnancy spacing. Manage your diabetes and blood pressure during pregnancy.</p>

<h3>References</h3>

<ol>
	<li>Suman V, Luther EE. (2022). Preterm Labor. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov</li>
	<li>Kinney, M.V., Rhoda, N.R. (2019). Understanding the causes of preterm birth: solutions depend on context. www.thelancet.com</li>
</ol>


Premature birth can be a cause of concern in pregnancy. Read on to know about the symptoms, causes and prevention of premature birth.

Premature Delivery: Symptoms, Causes & Prevention

What are the Symptoms and Causes of a Premature Delivery & How to Prevent it?

<p>A normal pregnancy lasts for nine months before the baby is delivered. Expecting mothers wait eagerly for three trimesters to meet their baby. Sometimes the babies can be just as excited to meet their mother as well and decide to come early. In this article, we will discuss in detail about preterm labour, the causes of preterm labour, any complications to expect and how to prevent preterm labour.</p>

<h2><strong>What is Preterm Labour? </strong></h2>

<p>Preterm labor is a labor when contractions begin and result in the opening of the cervix before week 37 of pregnancy. An expecting mother can go into preterm labor any time after week 20. Preterm labor carries the risk of premature birth and the earlier the baby is born, the greater are the health risks for the baby.</p>

<h2><strong>Symptoms of Preterm Labour </strong></h2>

<p>The symptoms of preterm labor include the following:</p>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p>Regular and/or frequent sensations of abdominal tightening</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Mild cramps in the abdomen</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Continuous lower backache</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Spotting or light vaginal bleeding</p>
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p>Pressure in the pelvis or lower abdomen</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Preterm water break</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Watery, mucus-like or bloody vaginal discharge</p>
	</li>
</ul>

<p>If you notice any of the above symptoms, it&rsquo;s best to consult your doctor immediately.</p>

<p>Also read: <a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/are-you-at-the-risk-during-your-pregnancy-heres-a-complete-guide-on-preterm-labor-signs-symptoms-an-25709">Are you at the risk during your pregnancy? Here&#39;s a complete guide on Preterm labor- Signs, Symptoms, and Causes. </a></p>

<h2><strong>Causes of Preterm Labour </strong></h2>

<p>The exact cause of preterm labor remains unclear. There are some risk factors which may increase the chance of preterm labor in pregnancy but it can also occur in women with no known risk factors.</p>

<h2><strong>Risk factors </strong></h2>

<p>Preterm labor can occur in any pregnancy. However, there are many factors that may increase the risk of preterm labor such as:</p>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p>Previous pregnancy with preterm labor</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p><a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/do-you-want-to-know-more-about-some-common-signs-a-24565?">Multiple pregnancy</a> with twins, triplets or others</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Shortened cervix</p>
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p>Complications with the uterus or placenta</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Smoking or using drugs</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Infection in the lower genital tract or amniotic fluid</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Chronic conditions like <a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/hypertension-high-blood-pressure---causes-symptoms-treatment-181831?">hypertension</a>, diabetes, depression or autoimmune disease</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Excessive amniotic fluid</p>
	</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>
	<p>Vaginal bleeding</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Fetal birth defect</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Young or old maternal age</p>
	</li>
	<li>
	<p>Interval (less than 12 months or more than 59 months) between pregnancies</p>
	</li>
</ul>

<p>You may also like:<a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/high-risk-obstetrician-risk-factors-184869"> High Risk Obstetrician Risk &amp; Factors</a></p>

<h2><strong>Complications </strong></h2>

<p>Complications of preterm labor include premature birth of the baby. This can carry a number of health concerns for the baby such as <a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/low-birth-weight-causes-complications-treatment-12947?">low birth weight</a>, underdeveloped organs, breathing difficulties and vision problems, among others. <a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/premature-baby-meaning-symptoms-192292?">Premature babies</a> also have a greater risk of cerebral palsy, learning disabilities and other behavioural problems.</p>

<h2><strong>Prevention </strong></h2>

<p>It may not be possible to prevent preterm labour but there are several things a pregnant woman can do to promote a healthy, full-term pregnancy such as:</p>

<h3><strong>1. Regular prenatal care </strong></h3>

<p>Regular prenatal visits can help the doctor monitor your and your baby&rsquo;s health. It can also help in the early detection of any complications or risk factors. Make sure to discuss any signs or symptoms that concern you so that you can receive care on time.</p>

<h3><strong>2. A healthy diet </strong></h3>

<p>Good nutrition during pregnancy is associated with positive pregnancy outcomes. Additionally, some research suggests that a diet rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) may help lower the risk of premature birth.</p>

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<h3><strong>3. Avoiding risky substances </strong></h3>

<p>For ideal pregnancy outcomes, stay away from smoking, drinking alcohol and using drugs. Seek help if required and avoid taking any illicit drugs as well.</p>

<h3><strong>4. Ideal pregnancy gap </strong></h3>

<p>According to research, there is a link between premature birth and pregnancies spaced less than six months apart or more than 59 months apart. It&rsquo;s recommended that you talk to your doctor about pregnancy spacing and family planning.</p>

<h3><strong>5. Caution with assisted reproductive technology</strong></h3>

<p>If you are considering using <a href="https://mylofamily.com/article/all-about-assisted-reproduction-185347?">assisted reproductive technology (ART) </a>to conceive, be cautious about how many embryos will be transferred as multiple pregnancies carry a greater risk of preterm labor.</p>

<h3><strong>6. Chronic disease management </strong></h3>

<p>Some conditions like diabetes, hypertension and obesity may increase the risk of preterm labor. It&rsquo;s recommended to manage these chronic conditions before and during pregnancy.</p>

<h2><strong>Final Thoughts </strong></h2>

<p>Your doctor may also recommend you to take some additional steps to reduce your risk of preterm labor if they think you&rsquo;re at a higher risk of preterm labor. Preterm labor carries a high risk for both you and your baby. It&rsquo;s better that you work with your doctor to understand the risks and improve your and your baby&rsquo;s health outcomes.</p>

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