Many pregnant women, especially those expecting a first birth, experience a sense of fear and anxiety. Their experiences are associated not so much with the birth of the crumbs, but with the very process of delivery. Some are afraid of pain, others do not understand the intricacies of this physiological process, others are horrified by the thought that they will not be able to give birth on their own at all. In fact, the process of having a baby is not as scary as many people think of it. It is simply necessary, long before the start of labor, to gather information for yourself on how to prepare for childbirth, how to behave at the most crucial moment for mom, how to anesthetize contractions and attempts. It is important to prepare yourself for the fact that everything goes well, and think more about the baby. Indeed, the child at the time of exit from her mother’s womb is much harder than the woman in labor.
So, how to prepare yourself and what you need to know about the first birth?
Firstly, do not be afraid to find out how everything happens. It is wrong to believe that it is better to find out everything in the process and fully trust the doctors. No, the confidence in the doctor who takes the birth must have a woman in labor. But it is worth remembering that it depends on her how the birth will take place.
It is better to get information about how women give birth and what needs to be done to a woman in labor by qualified consultants and doctors. It will not be superfluous to attend courses of expectant mothers. In such classes, they usually tell a lot of useful things, especially about the first birth. Here they teach how to behave during fights, attempts, how to breathe, so that the child does not suffer much, going into this light. Such courses perfectly prepare the expectant mother morally. And this is very important for a woman in labor.
Secondly, do not think about pain. Pain during childbirth is a natural feeling. Yes, the feeling is not pleasant. But know, this pain is fleeting and short-lived. You just need to be patient a bit to quickly meet with the crumbs that Mom wore for a long period under her heart.
Thirdly, the urgent question: how long does the first birth last and how not to miss the start of labor? Each woman gives birth individually. It is impossible to say exactly how long a woman will have a birth process . It all depends on physiological characteristics. In some, the opening of the cervix, the outflow of amniotic fluid and immediately the moment of delivery come quickly, while others have to wait about a day or more. Often it depends on whether the woman gave birth or is it her first birth. In any case, it is impossible to miss or miss the beginning of labor. Even if the water has not departed, the woman will still feel the start of labor. These reductions cannot be confused with anything.
Fourth, many women think that if they crossed the 30-year line, it is difficult and difficult to give birth to a child. This is not entirely true. Yes, the first birth after 30 is considered quite late, but no doctor will allow himself to claim that they will be harder or predict difficulties. By the way, they say that it is easier for doctors to help a 30-year-old woman (and older) who gives birth for the first time. After all, she already understands a lot, consciously approached pregnancy, more carefully prepared.
Fifth, if you are still afraid of the process of the baby being born, then think about partner birth. Believe me, this greatly facilitates the fate of the woman in childbirth. Mom, being next to a loved one, feels that she is not alone, that she is supported and constantly controlled by everything that is happening around. And this is very important. This means that the woman in labor will be able to focus on the birth itself, and not on what will happen next to her. And the partner will help to anesthetize the process. The most common stroking of the back and lower back at the time of contractions works wonders and really reduces pain.
In general, do not be afraid of how the first birth will take place. Everything will definitely be fine. A meeting with your baby will bring immense happiness, and the pain will be forgotten immediately.