Safe Vaginal Delivery at Srujan Maternity & Nursing Home, Pune

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Overview

Childbirth is an incredibly exciting time for families, and the process of bringing a new life into the world should be safe and comfortable. At Srujan Maternity & Nursing Home, we provide specialized care during the prenatal period and delivery of your newborn baby.

Read on to learn more about what to expect during a vaginal delivery, the benefits and risks associated with it, and how Srujan Maternity & Nursing Home, Pune can ensure you have a safe and positive experience.

What is Vaginal Delivery?

Vaginal delivery, also known as a “natural” delivery, is the most common way to give birth. It is when a baby passes through the mother’s birth canal (vagina) during labor and delivery. A vaginal delivery typically happens between 37 and 42 weeks of gestation.

How to Prepare for Vaginal Delivery

Dr. Manisha Risbud will provide you with the necessary prenatal care & guidance as to when and how you should prepare for childbirth. Dr. Manisha Risbud will also help you decide whether or not a vaginal delivery is suitable in your case.

Here are some steps that can help you prepare for a safe and calm vaginal birth:

  • Join a childbirth class or learn about your pregnancy and childbirth options and possible complications related to both.
  • Address your anxieties and concerns with your doctor, partner, friends, and family.
  • Have a hospital bag, urgent contact numbers, and required help ready as you near your due date.
  • Consider birthing ball exercises, relaxation, meditation, and deep breathing exercises once the labor pains kick in.
  • You may/may not require medications to kick-start muscular contractions.
  • You may want to discuss and request epidural injections/nitrous oxide for pain relief.

What Are The Stages of Vaginal Delivery?

The stages of vaginal delivery involve the following processes: labor, birth, and delivering the placenta.

Labor

During the labor stage, the uterus begins to contract and push the baby through the birth canal. In most cases, it is described as moderately to extremely painful.

There are three stages of labor:

  1. Early Labor
  2. Active Labor
  3. Transitional Labor

All these are stages of cervical dilation (from 0 to 10 cm) and uterine contractions strong enough to facilitate birthing.

Birth

The birthing stage happens when the cervix is dilated to about 10 cm. Then the mother experiences intense uterine contractions, making her push out the baby. Episiotomy is an incision between the vagina and the rectum to facilitate birthing. It is sometimes done to avoid random/severe vaginal tears.

Delivering the placenta or afterbirth

After the delivery of the baby, the doctor will ask the mother to push a little more to help deliver the placenta, which is attached to the uterus.

Care After a Vaginal Delivery

Dr. Manisha Risbud shares the following essential set of aftercare tips for new mothers:

  • Get as much bed rest as possible.
  • Try breastfeeding as soon as the mother and child are fit enough.
  • Wear maternity pads to manage postnatal vaginal bleeding.
  • Take care of episiotomy stitches, if any.
  • Wash well after using the toilet.
  • Consume high-nutrition food.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience side effects like constipation, engorged breast, mood swings, headaches, hot flashes, or severe cramps.
  • Speak to your family or healthcare provider if you suffer from postpartum depression.

Benefits of Vaginal Delivery

Benefits of vaginal delivery for the mother:

  • It is the least complicated type of delivery and has a short recovery period.
  • Breast milk comes sooner.
  • It makes future deliveries easier.

Benefits of vaginal delivery for the child:

  • Fewer chances of respiratory problems in newborns.
  • The child’s immune system is stronger.
  • Breastfeeding is more smooth.

Risks of Vaginal Delivery

Vaginal delivery carries the least risk as it is the natural form of delivering a baby, though sometimes there can be problems that can be handled by your gynecologist:

  • Labour does not progress.
  • Irregular fetal heart rate.
  • Hemorrhages or excessive bleeding.
  • Vaginal tears.
  • Deep vein thrombosis.
  • Post-delivery eclampsia.

Dr. Manisha Risbud will discuss these in detail during your initial consultation so you can feel comfortable understanding the risks involved with a vaginal delivery. Dr. Manisha Risbud has years of experience and can handle any situations that may arise during your delivery. Dr. Manisha Risbud shares the following essential set of aftercare tips for new mothers:

  • Get as much bed rest as possible.
  • Try breastfeeding as soon as the mother and child are fit enough.
  • Wear maternity pads to manage postnatal vaginal bleeding.
  • Take care of episiotomy stitches, if any.
  • Wash well after using the toilet.
  • Consume high-nutrition food.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience side effects like constipation, engorged breast, mood swings, headaches, hot flashes, or severe cramps.
  • Speak to your family or healthcare provider if you suffer from postpartum depression.

Risks of Vaginal Delivery

Vaginal delivery carries the least risk as it is the natural form of delivering a baby, though sometimes there can be problems that can be handled by your gynecologist:

  • Labour does not progress.
  • Irregular fetal heart rate.
  • Hemorrhages or excessive bleeding.
  • Vaginal tears.
  • Deep vein thrombosis.
  • Post-delivery eclampsia.

Dr. Manisha Risbud will discuss these in detail during your initial consultation so you can feel comfortable understanding the risks involved with a vaginal delivery. Dr. Manisha Risbud has years of experience and can handle any situations that may arise during your delivery.

Reasons to Avoid a Vaginal Delivery

Vaginal delivery may not be an option for a variety of reasons:

  • Cephalopelvic disproportion: The mother’s pelvis is smaller than the baby’s head.
  • Multiple gestations: If there is more than one baby in the womb.
  • Placenta previa: When the placenta sits too low in the uterus and blocks the cervix, making vaginal delivery impossible.
  • Abnormal positioning: When the baby is not in an ideal position for delivery.
  • An obstruction, like a polyp, hinders safe vaginal passage.
  • A previous C-section increases your chances of a repeat C-section.
  • Chronic health issues such as genital herpes, HIV, or any other infection.
  • Umbilical cord compression.
  • Fetal distress: When the baby’s heart rate or activity suggests potential distress.

Ensure a Safe Vaginal Delivery at Srujan Maternity & Nursing Home, Pune.

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