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(redirected from first stage of labor)

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The first stage During the first stage of labor, contractions begin and are established, gradually becoming stronger and lasting longer; this stage can last up to 12 hours, or even longer with a first baby.
But, a recent review of 14 randomized controlled trials comparing amniotomy alone to preserving the membrane found that amniotomy neither significantly shortened the first stage of labor when compared to a natural progression, nor did it improve maternal satisfaction with the childbirth experience.
Abnormalities in the first stage of labor, before full dilation and pushing, should put the health care provider on notice of possible problems.
 
 
 
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