Stages of Labor

1. STAGES OF LABOR Every woman's labor is unique, it even varies from one pregnancy to the next. For some labor may be over in a matter of hours. In other cases, it can test the mother's physical and emotional stamina. The first stage of labor and birth begins when you start to feel regular contractions, which cause the cervix to start to dilate. This allows the baby to move into the birth canal. The first stage of labor is the longest out of all three stages. It is divided into two phases — Early labor and Active labor. Early labor and Active labor. Early labor and Active labor. The first stage of labor and birth begins when you start to feel regular contractions, which cause the cervix to start to dilate. This allows the baby to move into the birth canal. The first stage of labor is the longest out of all three stages. It is divided into two phases — all three stages. It is divided into two phases — The first stage of labor and birth begins when you start to feel regular contractions, which cause the cervix to start to dilate. This allows the baby to move into the birth canal. The first stage of labor is the longest out of Stage 2 is the time when you’ll deliver the baby! How long it lasts: It can vary from a few minutes to a few hours or more to push your baby into the world. It might be longer for first-time mothers. What you can do: Push! This is what is expected from you at this stage. Your doctor will tell you when to start pushing and the journey begins. After your baby is in arms, you'll most likely feel a sense of relief and accomplishment. Cherish the moment while you can. But there’s a lot still happening in your body.