How long will it take for labor pains to occur after the water breaks?

It is a very happy thing for women to give birth to a new life, but most women are not particularly clear about childbirth. The signs of childbirth are different for each pregnant woman. Some have amniotic fluid breaking first, and some have spotting first. In fact, no matter which comes first, they will eventually experience labor pains and contractions. Generally, if the amniotic fluid breaks first, how long will the labor pains appear? This is a question that many women are concerned about. The following is a detailed introduction on how long will the labor pains appear after the amniotic fluid breaks?

Generally, labor will occur within 24 hours after water breaking. If labor does not occur after 24 hours, induction of labor is needed.

After the water breaks, you need to raise your hips to prevent the amniotic fluid from leaking out. If you don't give birth within 12 hours, you need to take anti-inflammatory drugs to prevent infection.

Premature rupture of membranes Amniotic fluid is a colorless, transparent liquid wrapped in the fetal membrane (composed of the amnion and chorion), which contains small white pieces of vernix caseosa and fetal hair. During the entire pregnancy, amniotic fluid allows the fetus to move freely in the mother's womb, protecting it from external forces and relieving external collisions, thus providing good protection for the fetus.

During labor, as the uterus continues to contract, the fetal membrane at the dilated cervical opening cannot withstand the greater pressure and ruptures, causing the amniotic fluid to flow out of the vagina. This condition is called rupture of membranes. If the amniotic fluid ruptures without regular uterine contractions and vaginal bleeding, that is, the fetal membrane ruptures before delivery, this condition is called premature rupture of amniotic fluid, which is a common complication in obstetrics.

Premature rupture of membranes is a very critical condition. Once it occurs, it can easily cause infection and affect the health and safety of mother and baby. Since premature rupture of membranes often occurs at home, it is very necessary to learn how to handle it in an emergency. Once premature rupture of membranes occurs, the mother and her family should not panic too much. It is easy to behave inappropriately when they are at a loss. To prevent the fetal umbilical cord from prolapse, let the mother lie down immediately and raise her buttocks.

What are the causes of premature rupture of amniotic fluid?

1. The cervix of the pregnant woman relaxes, which stimulates the fetal membrane and causes premature rupture of amniotic fluid.

2. Hypoplasia of the fetal membrane, such as the presence of amnion-chorioamnionitis, causes excessive pressure in the amniotic cavity, leading to premature rupture of the amniotic membrane.

3. Malposition of the fetus, narrow pelvis, cephalopelvic disproportion, polyhydramnios, multiple pregnancy, etc. can all increase the pressure in the amniotic cavity and cause premature rupture of membranes.

4. Improper sexual intercourse during pregnancy can cause amniotic-chorionic infection, especially the prostaglandins in semen can induce uterine contractions, resulting in uneven pressure in the amniotic cavity and causing premature rupture of membranes.

5. Some other factors can also cause premature rupture of membranes, such as severe coughing during pregnancy, sudden laughter or anger, and doing heavy physical work, which can cause a sharp increase in abdominal pressure, causing the fetal membrane to rupture and the amniotic fluid to flow out of the vagina.

Situations that can easily be caused by premature rupture of membranes can lead to premature birth of the fetus. The fetal membrane is the protective membrane of the fetus. If the membrane ruptures prematurely, the amniotic fluid will flow out prematurely and lose its protective effect on the fetus. After the amniotic fluid flows out, the uterus will become smaller, which will constantly stimulate uterine contraction. If the fetus is not full-term at this time, premature birth will occur. The organs of premature babies are not fully developed, their weight is low, their living ability is poor, and they are very likely to die.

Causing fetal distress in the uterus. If the membrane breaks before labor begins and the fetal presenting part is not determined, the umbilical cord will prolapse along with the outflow of amniotic fluid, causing fetal distress in the uterus.