Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy Labor

Ang pag-recognize ng labor signs ay mahalaga para sa tamang aksyon Laban para sa Tamang Paglaki ni Baby, pero huwag kalimutan na ang labor symptoms ay maaaring magkaiba sa bawat pagbubuntis. While some women may show prominent signs that they are entering labor, for other women the symptoms may not be as apparent. To help you better identify whether you’re in labor or not, study these early signs of labor well.

Contractions

Regular contractions are one of the major symptoms of labor as they signal the onset of delivery. Magsisimula ang labor kapag ang uterus mo ay nagsisimulang mag-tighten at mag-relax bilang paghahanda sa pagdating ng iyong baby. This method can trigger sensations similar to strong menstrual cramps. These sensations become more pronounced as labor progresses. Initially, contractions start at intervals of 15 to 20 minutes, lasting for about 30 to 70 seconds each, but they increase in frequency as you approach delivery.

Back pains

Normal lang na makaranas ng backaches habang tumataas ang timbang ng baby sa loob ng iyong tiyan, pero pwedeng lumala ang discomfort sa lower part ng katawan mo kapag nag-labor ka na..This feeling can be attributed to your contractions as well. Usually, the pain starts from the back of your body and then crawls around towards your front.

Mucus plug discharge

The mucus plug is a jelly-like substance that blocks your cervix while you’re pregnant. It is a protective fence that prevents bacteria from entering your uterus. Habang lumalakas ang contractions, nagiging maluwag ang plug na ito at sa huli ay matatanggal. It usually has a pinkish or brownish tint and can be expelled in one solid piece or multiple jelly-like segments.

Water breaking

During pregnancy, an amniotic sac protects the baby in your tummy. This is a fluid-filled membrane where your baby develops and grows. Nabubutas ang sac kapag oras na para lumabas ang iyong baby. Iba-iba ang nararanasan na sintomas ng labor ng bawat babae. It can just be a trickle for some, while others may experience a gush of fluid down their legs.

Dilatation

During the first phase of labor, your cervix will open from 0 to 3 centimeters. Habang nagdidi-late ang cervix mo, mas lumalakas ang mga contractions.  The cervix needs to be thin and open enough, at least 10 centimeters, before delivery can start.

Kapag naramdaman mo ang isa sa mga unang senyales ng labor, agad na tawagan ang iyong healthcare provider para masubaybayan ka ng maayos.

Maraming babae ang mas pinipili na manatili sa bahay habang nasa early labor. Pero kapag pumutok na ang panubigan o pumasok na sa active labor, mas mabuting pumunta na sa ospital o birthing center.

Tandaan na crucial ang proper nutrition mula pa sa simula ng pagbubuntis. Siguraduhing uminom ng Bonina para sa Tamang Paglaki ni Baby.