Introduction to Psychology/Child and Adolescent Psychology/Birth

Stages of labor

1. dilation
   • This stage of labor is the longest, lasting 6 to 14 hours.
   • This stage begins when the uterus starts regular contractions, which cause dilation.
2. delivery
   • During this second stage of labor, the baby actually moves through the birth canal and is delivered. Lasting an average of 30 minutes to 2 hours. This stage ends with the delivery of the baby
3. after birth
   • During the third and final stage, the placenta and other membranes emerge through the birth canal.
   • This stage usually lasts and hour, and the mother continues to experience weaker contractions.

• Types of delivery
• Drugs during delivery