Ask the Expert Series: How to Identify Signs of Labour?

Hello everyone! 👋 As your estimated-date-of-delivery (EDD) approaches, signs of labour are crucial indicators for expectant parents to note of. As a medical professional and a parent myself, I am delighted to be hosting this session to address your concerns and questions pertaining to signs and symptoms to look out for as your enter the final stage of your pregnancy. I am Dr Peter Wang, MBBS Anchor Doctor at Speedoc. Feel free to leave your questions or concerns in the comments section. I will do our best to respond to every question! 💡🗣️ Topic: How to Identify Signs of Labour? Date: Wednesday, 18th October 2023 Time: 8.00 - 9.00 pm

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Can you explain what cervical dilation is?

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Cervical dilatation, also known simply as "dilation," is the opening or widening of the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vaginal canal. Cervical dilation is a crucial aspect of the labor and childbirth process. As labor progresses, the cervix goes through a series of changes, including effacement (thinning) and dilation, to prepare for the passage of the baby through the birth canal. The cervix starts out long, firm, and closed during most of pregnancy. As labor approaches and contractions become more frequent and intense, the cervix undergoes 1) effacement (thinning and shortening of the cervix), followed by 2) dilation (measured in centimeters (cm) and indicates how much the cervix has opened or widened). Full cervical dilation is typically considered to be 10 cm, which is wide enough to allow the baby's head to pass through the cervix and enter the birth canal.

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