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During pregnancy if everything is all right you may wonder what is the proper method of giving birth, both for you and your baby. Of course it all depends on what happens in the last weeks, if the baby is seated properly and no other complications and so you have the freedom to choose how to give birth or if there are problems then you will be obliged to do cesarean.
If you could choose, here are the following:
Natural birth without drugs. You would be amazed to learn that one time when cesarean became a “fashion”, some women choose this birth, practiced in ancient times.
To have an easy birth is important to not look the birth as a time of stress and tension, but as something natural. If you choose to give birth without drugs, you can choose to born at home, aided by a nurse. Usually, nurses work in collaboration with an obstetrician, whom she can contact in case if complications arise.
Vaginal delivery with epidural anesthesia
This is the option that appeals to most women, because they can give birth naturally, but pain is reduced. This may include birth and labor challenge with synthetic hormones (birth induction), episiotomy (larger incision to the vaginal opening), the expulsion of the fetus with forceps or vacuum extractor.
Caesarean
In this case, the baby is born by a scheduled surgery or is the result of an emergency occurring during natural birth. This can be done under local anesthesia in this case you will be conscious during the entire period of surgery and you will see the baby soon after birth, or general anesthesia. Although caesarean section is preferred by many women, because it saves the pain of birth, it should not be seen easily, because it is a major surgery. Surgical operations are accompanied by risks such as infection and blood clots and you have to get recover from surgery in time to watch the newborn.
Underwater birth
There are clinics , which offers the option to give birth in water. This type of birth is also natural, which is often done without epidural. Water has a calming effect and such pain can be alleviated. The main benefit of water birth, for the child, is to avoid a shock, because he sees little daylight in an environment similar to that of maternal uterus.
Leboyer technique
French obstetrician Frederick Leboyer, author of “birth without violence”, thinks that babies should be treated more gently immediately after birth. Thus, it promotes the obscure lighting and noise reduction in the delivery room. His theory is that babies should not be subjected to unnecessary techniques like nasal suction or eye drops to clean the eyes with silver nitrate immediately after birth, but , to put the baby on his mother s abdomen to facilitate approximation. He believes that one should not cut the umbilical cord just 5 minutes after birth and then the baby should be put in warm water to ease the transition from womb to world.
Labor and birth should not be a violent process for the mother, but an event rich in spiritually and a fulfilled one. This approach refers to the improvement of hospital births, the fact that both mother and baby should be treated gently.
The first sign of birth
Most times, the amniotic membranes rupture (water breaking) is the first sign of the birth. Breaking 
membranes and amniotic fluid disposal means that the protective layer around the child shrinks. Depending on the size of the rupture, amniotic fluid can be phased out or simultaneously. You need to know that breaking the membranes is not accompanied by pain, but if you find at some point in a large amount of fluid leakage and uncontrolled, like water, then it is good to know that the moment of birth has come . Do not confuse this state but with the disposal stopper pulpous. It is pink and may appear accompanied by blood clots Most times it is eliminated before of the commencement of the birth.
However, if you have any suspicion of amniotic membranes rupture you should consult your doctor immediately
What complications can occur?
Ideally, is to break the amniotic membranes during labor. There are some cases when water breaks before labor, but later (after the 37th week of pregnancy) or before labor and before time. In the latter case, the physician should trigger labor, but this is not recommended before 24 hours of water breaking. Usually in this situation, the fetus is left up to 48 hours in the womb, to adjust to external life conditions, just because he do not live surrounded by amniotic fluid. Evolution of a pregnancy more than 48 hours, but with broken membranes, presents a serious risk of complications, especially infection. You will ask, perhaps, why should the baby have to get accustomed to external life, if in case of normal births, the child is removed from the womb of the mother without being given any respite accommodation. Well, must take into account that in the latter case, the fetus is mature and he is adjusting more quickly to the external life of his mother’s womb.
But what are the causes that may lead to rupture of membranes before term? Specialists believe that the most common causes that may lead to rupture amniotic membranes are infections of the cervix or vagina with certain microorganisms (nyco plasma or urea plasma) or viral infections. It is long outdated and ignored the popular option that, if a pregnant woman suffers an accident or is subject to a great physical effort, risks of breaking the water ahead of time.
Signs that show the labor have started
Many women find that when their birth begins with rupture of membranes, followed by the trigger contractions. Contrary to popular belief, this action does not follow exactly these steps each time. Only 15% of pregnant women experience the rupture of membranes on the unprepared. Most mothers feel at first the contractions and only then the water breaks, or doctor cause rupture of membranes.
The doctor will intervene only when labor has started and the water was not broken. In this situation, he is forced to introduce a needle like hooks in the uterus of the pregnant woman in order to break the membranes.
Here it comes the last hundred feet … This quarter will be a difficult from all pregnancy, the most difficult of all , but will culminate with the happiest moment in a woman life: the birth! Over a few weeks you can keep in your arms the long awaited baby. Nothing in life doesn’t compare in intensity to what happens at birth and immediately afterwards. The support of the loved ones is essential in such times. Let them be close to you and help you!
Third trimester lasts from week 28 until birth. You are going to the gynecologist once every 2 weeks until week 36, and then weekly until birth. Although the birth date is set for the end of the 40th week, only 5% of women born at that moment. Most are born between 38 and 40 weeks. Prepare the room and the clothes of the little one, to keep you busy , because you should not go to work, and it is possible to overflow of energy.
Hemorrhoids and varicose veins can occur because the uterus pressure on vessels that irrigate the legs. Unfortunately, they are irreversible. As to prevent the worse you should avoid to stay long in the feet and have to sit with your feet up whenever possible. Rest is very important for your baby’s development. It is also very important that you assure nutritional needs. To do this, you need a varied diet and a large consume of amount of protein, vitamin C, calcium, iron and folic acid.
Symptoms of false labor consist in low abdominal pain, contractions occur at irregular intervals, which
increase in frequency and intensity and then ease when you walk or change position. Also, during these contractions of false labor, the baby moves strengthen . Contrary to these symptoms during a real labor the membranes are breaking and you lose amniotic fluid (not required), the contractions intensified during activity are becoming more frequent and more painful ,lumbar pain is located, possibly with radiation into the system and may be accompanied by diarrhea.
In the 3rd quarter of pregnancy, the baby continues to grow at a stunning pace, preparing the birth. He becomes more rounded as the muscles start to develop and the fat is deposited in layers. Fat deposits will help to regulate their temperature outside your uterus. Your baby will arrive on time at about 51 cm and 3450 grams. 15% of his body is fat and 60-75% is water. Weight infants at term vary greatly, being normal between 2800 and 4200 grams. Boys are usually higher weight and length than girls, and twins are smaller. In the weeks before birth, the cervix becomes softer and thinner, gynecologists you name as being deleted. This is normal and you prepare for childbirth. The baby is down (to hire) in the tank and he expects to meet you. It is very important for you to be relaxed during labor. In stressful situations, the uterine muscles contract and labor becomes more and more painful!
The 2nd trimester (13-27 weeks) is the most pleasant and comfortable in all pregnancy. You’re full of energy and a very good mood. Most of the unpleasant symptoms of the first 12 weeks of pregnancy are increasingly reduced or even absent. In fact, now, you are beginning to feel pregnant. It begins to see this and you have to change your wardrobe. You already gathered about 8 kg by week 27.Symptoms of this trimester of pregnancy are caused by hormones and uterine growth and include pain, edema (swelling) and pain in the legs, pain in the hips and abdomen, burning stomach, constipation, insomnia, bleeding from gums and nose , sweating, breathing hard and very frequent urination.
The first time you’ll hear the heart beating and feel your baby’s movements! Movements are becoming more frequent and stronger as he grows and develops. He already has a regular sleep and activity, but may not coincide with yours.
Another pleasant surprise is finding out the sex of the baby that if you want. Otherwise, you should tell the doctor not to mention this to you and not spoil the surprise at birth.
Your uterus is starting to prepare for birth and practicing Braxton Hicks contractions which are contractions of short duration, painless. If they become frequent, painful and more powerful, you should see your gynecologist. Other symptoms for which you must consult a medical emergency include vaginal bleeding, severe swelling of the face and hands, loss of amniotic fluid, fever over 39 C, vomiting, headaches long, painful and changes in rhythm baby’s movements. There are signs and symptoms of serious complications.
At the end of the 2nd quarter of pregnancy, the fetus measures approx. 36 cm and 850 grams and has the same look that he will have at birth, except that it is smaller and weaker. All major organs and systems are developed and the fetus is a human being in miniature. The skin looks wrinkled and is covered with a very soft hair and vernix caseosa (a lair of fat, which protects the skin). As fat accumulates, his skin will become more stretched as smooth and pink at birth.
The hair on the head is visible and the fingernails have reached fingertips. Lips begin to define. Nerve cells responsible for taste, smell, hearing, sight and touch to develop and begin to form complex connections. The baby hears and can even recognize your voice. Optic nerve work, so if you put a light on the tummy, he will turn his head in that direction. On the already developed teeth under the gums, it starts to form up enamel and dentin. Lungs began to grow and secretion of surfactant already starts to form, so necessary for breathing after birth.
In week 24 of pregnancy, the fetus is officially considered viable, surviving course of specialized care units for premature intensive care for several months. With each day spent in your uterus, his chances of survival in case of premature birth increases.
You are all the time nervous and moody, the breast begin to hurt and increase, you feel sick in the morning but not only, you are always tired? It is time to take a pregnancy test. Ideally, at this time you already have made a set of common analysis to be sure that you will give your baby a healthy environment for future development. Otherwise, it is recommended to contact a gynecologist who will follow the pregnancy and to recommend these tests, and other necessary. You must carefully choose your gynecologist, to trust him and to make this a positive new experience
Symptoms of the first trimester, which is the most difficult of all pregnancy, includes blood and breast tenderness, morning nausea, vomiting, dizziness, emotional instability, increasing the frequency of urination as the uterus grows in size, increasing the sensation of hunger, a small weight gain, changes of smell and a metallic taste in your mouth. But not all women have the same symptoms. Each pregnancy is unique! Different even from the same woman from one pregnancy to another. In the first trimester of pregnancy, in weeks 1-12, for the future baby, take place the most important changes and developments. Embryo, which began as a small agglomeration of cells, becomes the fetus and they develop all the major organs. They will continue to grow and develop until birth. In week 12 he measures approx. 5.5 cm and 14 grams.
At the end of this trimester, the placenta is fully developed, and by primitive cord the blood begin to 
flow and also the nutrients. Fetal brain is fully formed and continue to grow. It begin to develop complex reflexes and the fetus can already feel pain, responds to touch and even begin to lead a finger in his mouth although he still does not know to suck.
Future baby begin to resemble a human being. Ears almost reached their final position on the side of the head. Eyelids cover the eyes and will remain so until the 7th month of pregnancy to protect the optic nerve. Nose and chin are formed. Begin to form vocal cords and bone marrow. Heart rate started the day 25 of pregnancy, and lower and upper limb buds appear on days 26-28. The bone is in process of ossification. The kidneys are functioning and after swallowing amniotic fluid, the fetus is able to remove the form of urine. The liver begins to function. The pancreas begins to secrete insulin. The baby is already moving, though still too small to feel it.
For the developing of the fetus to be normal but also to relieve some of the unpleasant symptoms for you ,is recommended to give up smoking to stop the consumption of drugs, alcoholic beverages, to avoid drinks containing caffeine and sweets, to avoid as much stress as you can. It is recommended a diet that contain more vegetables and fresh fruit quantity and frequent small meals (6/day), to avoid fatty foods, fried or spicy in excess, at least 8 hours of sleep per night, and last but not least, exercise trails .