women in labor

Women in labor are experiencing the process of childbirth, where the body prepares to deliver a baby. This involves uterine contractions that gradually become stronger and more regular, helping to open (dilate) the cervix. Labor typically occurs in stages: early (cervical dilation), active (more intense contractions), and delivery of the baby. The process varies for each woman, but it ultimately results in the baby passing through the birth canal and being born. Support and medical care help ensure the safety and comfort of both the mother and baby during this natural process.