How long does a contraction last?

During pregnancy and in the later stages of pregnancy, many women experience great stress. Due to the close production, many abnormalities will occur. For example, uterine contractions. Some pregnant women are not very familiar with this situation. They want to know how long the pain of uterine contractions lasts?

Generally speaking, in the early stages of labor, the contraction force of the uterus is weaker and lasts for a shorter period of time, about 30 seconds, and the intermittent period is longer, within 5 to 6 minutes. As the labor progresses, the duration and intensity of contractions increase, and the intervals between contractions gradually decrease. When the uterus is fully open, the duration of contractions is at least one minute, with intermittent periods of only 1 minute or longer.

When a pregnant woman gives birth, the pain is mainly caused by the contraction of the uterus. Uterine contraction pain will occur throughout the entire delivery process. The pain of contraction pain is mainly in the lower abdomen and lumbar sacral area, which is similar to menstrual pain, but more intense. Adopt a moderate posture, take a deep breath while releasing the tension, and the pain will ease. At this time, relatives must pay attention to encouraging pregnant women. They can say some funny things to divert the attention of pregnant women and relieve pain.

Moderate activities are beneficial to the development of workers. While walking, contraction can relieve muscle and nerve tension and pain, while abdominal and lumbar massage and pelvic massage can relieve pain. The experience of childbirth is a challenge for every mother. Pregnant women should pay attention to persistence and they will be able to welcome their own babies.

First of all, pregnant women may experience uterine contractions after entering the delivery period. In the early stage, uterine contractions are not regular, also known as false contractions, which usually last for a short time and are weak. When entering labor contractions, there will be regular abdominal pain, each lasting 30-50 seconds, every three to five minutes. These regular uterine contractions will lead to birth six to eight hours later. At this time, pregnant women are advised to calm down, replenish energy, and maintain sufficient energy.

The second is postpartum contractions. Uterine contractions will occur 1 to 2 days after giving birth, causing severe lower abdominal pain, like leg cramps, which usually lasts 2 to 5 days. In addition, if the pain occurs too frequently and does not subside within an hour, you should go to the hospital for examination and treatment.

Finally, mothers have already gone through a lot of hardship giving birth, and they also have to experience postpartum contractions. Is there any way to relieve the pain of contractions? First, pregnant women should avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time, put a sponge pad under them when sitting, and try to sleep on their side when sleeping; second, a few days after delivery, use your hands to massage the lower abdominal circulation to relax the uterine muscles; third, put a hand warmer on the lower abdomen and apply heat for about 30 minutes each time to relieve pain.