What is Birth?
Birth is the process by which a baby comes out of the womb into the outside world. This process can usually take place in three different ways:
- Normal Birth: The baby is born vaginally when the cervix is fully dilated and labor pains begin.
- Natural Childbirth: A form of normal birth in which interventions are minimized. The aim is to ensure that the mother has a comfortable birth experience and that the process proceeds as naturally as possible.
- Caesarean section: If a normal delivery is risky or not possible, the baby is delivered through a surgical incision in the mother’s abdomen and uterus.
How does it happen?
- Normal labor: When labor pains begin, the uterus contracts and allows the baby to move into the birth canal. During this process, the cervix opens to allow the baby to pass through.
- Natural Childbirth: It works in the same way as a normal birth process, but the use of medication and medical interventions are minimized, the mother is given more freedom of movement and the birth process is mother-centered.
- Caesarean section: When normal delivery is not possible or in case of an emergency, a surgical procedure is used to remove the baby. The uterus is accessed through an incision in the mother’s abdomen and the baby is delivered safely.
What are the signs that indicate the onset of labor?
- Labor pains that come at regular intervals and intensify over time
- Water breaking (outflow of amniotic fluid)
- The cervix begins to open
- Downward pressure of the baby and a feeling of intense pressure in the pelvic area
What are the Treatment Methods?
- Birth Planning: The health status of the mother and baby is assessed to determine which method of delivery is the safest and most appropriate.
- Epidural Anesthesia: It is administered by an injection into the lumbar region to relieve pain during labor. This method reduces pain while allowing the mother to give birth consciously.
- Surgical Intervention (Caesarean section): It is a surgical method that is safely performed when normal delivery is not possible.
Careful planning and support is provided during the birth process to protect the health of mother and baby and to ensure the best birth experience.
