Is it dangerous to have the umbilical cord around the neck during normal delivery? What should I pay attention to when the fetus has the umbilical cord around the neck?

Many mothers will find that their babies have the umbilical cord wrapped around their necks during prenatal checkups. Some may have one circle, and some may have two or three circles. Pregnant women with the umbilical cord wrapped around the neck should carefully choose the method of delivery, otherwise it will affect the safe birth of the fetus. So can you expect a normal birth with the umbilical cord wrapped around the neck? Is it dangerous?

Is it dangerous to have the umbilical cord around the neck during a natural birth?

After the umbilical cord is wrapped around the neck in the late pregnancy, the probability of the fetus coming out is small, because the space in the uterus is small and it is inconvenient to turn the body position. However, not all cases of umbilical cord wrapped around the neck require cesarean section. Generally, the umbilical cord is wrapped around the neck for 1-2 weeks. As long as it is not wrapped tightly and the remaining length of the umbilical cord is sufficient, a normal delivery can be performed.

If the baby's umbilical cord is wrapped around the neck, but there is no hypoxia, you can try for a natural birth. The baby is always active in the mother's belly. Many smart babies have the umbilical cord wrapped around the neck in the late pregnancy, but they get it out by themselves before delivery. Therefore, pregnant mothers with the umbilical cord wrapped around the neck should have regular prenatal checkups and pay attention to counting the fetal movements.

In addition, pregnant mothers with the umbilical cord around the neck should reduce activities to prevent excessive prenatal education, which will make the fetus overly excited. Sometimes the cord will become tighter and tighter. Pay attention to reducing activities and try to sleep on the left side.

What should I pay attention to when the fetus's umbilical cord is around the neck?

1. Try to touch your belly as little as possible

In the late pregnancy, try to avoid touching the belly when doing prenatal education or talking to the baby, as this may stimulate fetal movement and increase the number of neck circles.

2. Pay attention to prenatal check-ups

During prenatal checkups in the late stages of pregnancy, B-ultrasound can easily reveal if the fetal umbilical cord is wrapped around the neck. Do not avoid checking just because it is troublesome, as it will increase the risk of delivery.

3. Pay attention to fetal movement

If the umbilical cord is around the neck during the second trimester or the eighth month of pregnancy, there is no need to worry, as the baby may be able to turn out on its own at any time. If the umbilical cord is still around the neck after the eighth month of pregnancy, the pregnant mother should pay attention to the baby's fetal movement. If the fetal movement decreases, seek medical attention as soon as possible; if the fetal movement is too frequent, it may be that the fetal umbilical cord is too tight or knotted, which may easily cause fetal hypoxia, and medical treatment should be sought in time.

What are the conditions for a natural birth?

Birth canal

This refers to the size and tension of the birth canal. If the birth canal is narrow and the baby cannot pass through, a caesarean section will be required. The doctor will do pelvic measurements during the prenatal assessment.

Fetal size and position

A fetus with a biparietal diameter of ≤10cm is most suitable for normal delivery, and the head position allows the baby to establish breathing immediately after birth. Other fetal positions may have certain risks.

Productivity

It depends on the quality of the pregnant mother. In other words, whether she has the strength to give birth naturally. Natural childbirth requires sufficient labor force. Insufficient exercise during pregnancy may affect labor force.