How to stimulate the cervix to open

Mothers who have experienced natural childbirth know that dilation of the cervix is ​​a long and painful process. Every time the doctor came to check the dilation of the cervix, I wished I could hear the doctor say "it's ten fingers dilated". However, the cervix opens very slowly at the beginning, which will make you feel that every minute and every second is unbearable. The editor below will accompany you to tear off the mysterious mask of the uterine opening, so that you can master it and not be afraid of it!

What does opening the palace mouth mean?

Opening of the cervix is ​​also known as "cervical dilation". Under normal circumstances, the cervix is ​​dilated to about the distance of a fingertip. As the labor progresses, the cervical opening gradually expands until it is adjusted to allow the normal-sized fetus to pass through, that is, the diameter is 10 cm. This process is called "dilation of the cervix." When the pregnant mother goes to the hospital for delivery, the doctor will check the dilation of the cervix every once in a while to arrange for her to enter the delivery room for delivery.

How many fingers does the cervix have to be dilated to give birth?

There are three stages of natural delivery. The first stage is the dilation of the cervix, the second stage is the delivery of the baby, and the third stage is the delivery of the embryo. Among them, the cervical dilation period of the first stage of labor refers to the period from before delivery to when the cervix is ​​fully dilated. Only when the cervix is ​​fully dilated can the fetus come out smoothly. The process of cervical dilation is relatively slow, which makes pregnant mothers feel very uncomfortable.

The cervix is ​​more than 1 finger dilated: It means that the expectant mother is about to give birth, but the labor has not really started yet, so there is no need to worry. When periodic uterine contractions occur, you need to go to the hospital.

The cervix is ​​dilated to 3 fingers: The pregnant mother can enter the delivery room. It usually takes 4 hours from the cervix being dilated 3 fingers to being fully dilated, and the maximum should not exceed 8 hours.

The cervix is ​​dilated to 10 fingers: The pregnant mother has entered the childbearing stage and will meet the baby in no time.

How does it feel to open the palace?

Pregnant mothers cannot feel how many fingers the cervix is ​​dilated. Usually, the doctor wearing sterile gloves can measure it through vaginal or anal examination. The speed at which the cervix opens varies from person to person. Generally speaking, it opens slowly at first and then speeds up. When the cervix is ​​fully open, it can be about 10 centimeters, which is commonly referred to as ten fingers. Although pregnant mothers cannot feel it, the pain time intervals they feel will be different as the cervix dilates to different levels.

The pain interval is about 5-10 minutes/time: the abdominal pain is relatively weak, the uterus contracts regularly, and the cervix opens slightly soon;

The pain interval is about 4-5 minutes/time: the uterine contraction is more severe and takes longer, and the cervix is ​​half open;

The pain interval is about 2-3 minutes/time: the pain becomes stronger and stronger, and this stage is the most difficult and arduous stage;

The pain interval is about 1 minute/time: the cervix has been completely opened, and the baby can be born with the cooperation of medical staff.

Three types of pregnant women are the luckiest, with their cervix opening opening quickly:

1. Pregnant mothers who have given birth

Generally speaking, from the start of regular uterine contractions to full dilation of the cervix, it takes 10 to 12 hours for a first-time mother and 6 to 8 hours for a primipara. The main reason is that for pregnant women who have given birth, the expanded tissues of the body cannot be restored to the original level. Her child's cervix, birth canal tissue, and perineum tissue are relatively soft. When the uterus begins to contract, the cervix expands accordingly, and the friction resistance encountered by the body is small, so the expansion process is relatively fast. Pregnant women who are giving birth for the first time usually have a narrower reproductive anus and a slower cervical dilation process, so it takes more time.

2. Pregnant mothers with good body standards

If the pregnant mother's pelvis is in good shape (round or transversely oval, long front and back egg-shaped), the cervix usually opens quickly. Because the bony birth canal is a key factor affecting the choice of natural delivery, if the mother's pelvis is not in the right shape or the pelvis is traumatized, it is easy to hinder the progress of the delivery process. In addition, endocrine is also a major factor. If the pregnant mother's endocrine system is normal, the body's estrogen and oxytocin can be secreted normally, the uterine contraction properties are good, and the rate of cervical dilation will be accelerated.

3. Pregnant mothers with normal fetal position

The normal fetal position is that the baby is waiting for delivery with its head down and feet up. Its head can just be close to the bottom of the uterus and the cervix, causing effective reflex contractions. Therefore, the cervix will open faster. If the baby is born in a breech position, occiput posterior position or transverse position, it is easy for the cervix to dilate slowly or stagnate, and the fetal head position will not decrease. In serious cases, even cesarean section should be considered.

Pregnant women who meet the above three criteria are very lucky, but those who do not should not worry. As long as they do the following things well, they can also help increase the speed of cervical dilation and reduce the pain of pregnant women:

1. Walk moderately

If the amniotic fluid has not broken before the pregnant mother gives birth, she can walk on the ground or climb stairs appropriately with the help of her family, which is conducive to lowering the fetal head position and opening the cervix.

2. Release the stress mentality

If the pregnant mother is in a state of anxiety and tension during labor, the cerebral cortex will be suppressed and the normal contraction of the uterus will be affected. Therefore, try to calm yourself down, try to take a deep breath or think about the beautiful scene of meeting the baby soon, which can divert some pain and speed up the delivery process.

3. Stimulate breasts

If the cervix opens too slowly, you can stimulate the breasts to speed up the contractions and accelerate the delivery process.

4. Replenish your energy

Giving birth is very time-consuming. Some mothers may become physically exhausted halfway through the process, and the opening rate of the cervix will be very slow. At this time, you can drink Red Bull, honey lemon water or eat chocolate to replenish energy and speed up the opening of the cervix.