A normal delivery, also known as a vaginal delivery, is a process of childbirth where the baby is delivered through the mother's vagina. During a normal delivery, the mother may experience contractions, which are the tightening and releasing of the muscles in the uterus, to help move the baby down the birth canal. The baby's head typically comes out first, followed by the shoulders and the rest of the body.
A normal delivery can occur in different settings, including at home, in a birthing center, or in a hospital. In a hospital setting, medical staff may monitor the mother and baby's vital signs and provide pain relief medication if needed. In some cases, medical interventions such as forceps or vacuum extraction may be necessary to assist with the delivery.
There are three stages of a normal delivery: the first stage is the onset of labor until the cervix is fully dilated; the second stage is the delivery of the baby; and the third stage is the delivery of the placenta.
During a normal delivery, the mother may experience contractions to help move the baby down the birth canal. The baby's head typically comes out first, followed by the shoulders and the rest of the body. After the baby is delivered, the mother may need to deliver the placenta.