I want to know about labor?

Question

okay im only 14 and i wanna know why it hurts so much?( I know why it hurts while the baby is comming but before during the labor) everything to know.

i dont want a baby im just wondering

also why are there contractions

Answer 1

From the beginning: the first baby will probably involve some pain because everything is being stretched for the first time, and this is especially true if the young woman has not finished growing or has a small build. But many women like to dramatize the pain of labor. It's really not like the screams you see on tv and in the movies!

The first stage of labor is the contractions that gradually dilate (open) the cervix (mouth of the uterus). This stage may last from an hour to a day or even longer. There is no reason to change your routine; walk around, cook, clean, exercise, shower, do whatever you normally do. Typically there is no pain. You will feel pressure every 10-15 minutes and maybe a little cramping. Just take a few deep breaths and smile. The reason some women find this stage of labor painful is that they expect it to be...and this tension tightens the very muscles that need to be loose and flexible to do their job.

The second stage of labor is called "transition." As the cervix finishes the process of dilation and your body prepares to push that baby out, all systems are GO and you will probably feel some discomfort as you prepare for launch. This is normal and only lasts a few minutes. Breathe deeply and remind yourself that you can stand anything as long as you know it's temporary.

Some women compare the final stage to having a big bowel movement, but I don't think that's accurate. Your uterus is definitely pushing its cargo out, and you can help, using muscles you never knew you had! This part is NOT painful! In fact, it feels more like a giant orgasm. The feel of that baby making its way through the pipes is a lifetime high. You'll be working hard, but laughing and crying at the same time!

A final note: some people believe childbirth should hurt because in the Bible, God says to Eve, "In pain shall you bring forth chldren." This is actually a mistranslation from the original Aramaic; the actual word was one meaning "hard work." If you expect to feel pain, believe me, you will tense up and pain is what you will get. Relax and let your body do its job.

P.S. At 14 you are not finished growing, and are not mentally or emotionally ready to have a child. I hope you are asking out of curiosity and are not planning to give up your own childhood for motherhood...whic is MUCH MUCH harder!

Answer 2

Signs of Labor
Some women experience very distinct signs of labor, while others do not. No one knows what causes labor to start or when it will start, but several hormonal and physical changes may indicate the beginning of labor.

These changes include:

Lightening
Passing of the mucus plug
Contractions
Breaking of the bag of water
Effacement and dilation of the cervix
Lightening
The process of your baby settling or lowering into your pelvis is called lightening. Lightening can occur a few weeks or a few hours before labor. Because the uterus rests on the bladder more after lightening, you may feel the need to urinate more frequently.

Passing of the Mucus Plug
The mucus plug accumulates at the cervix during pregnancy. When the cervix begins to open wider, the mucus is discharged into the vagina and may be clear, pink or slightly bloody. Labor may begin soon after the mucus plug is discharged or one to two weeks later.

Contractions
During contractions, the abdomen becomes hard. Between contractions, the uterus relaxes and the abdomen becomes soft. The way a contraction feels is different for each woman and may feel different from one pregnancy to the next. But, labor contractions usually cause discomfort or a dull ache in your back and lower abdomen, along with pressure in the pelvis. Contractions move in a wave-like motion from the top of the uterus to the bottom. Some women describe contractions as strong menstrual cramps. Unlike false labor contractions or Braxton Hicks contractions -- labor contractions do not stop when you change your position or relax. Although the contractions may be uncomfortable, you will be able to relax in between contractions.

What's the Difference between True Labor and False Labor?
Before "true" labor begins, you may have "false" labor pains, also known as Braxton Hicks contractions. These irregular uterine contractions are perfectly normal and may start to occur in your second trimester, although more commonly in your third trimester of pregnancy. They are your body's way of getting ready for the "real thing."

What Do Braxton Hicks Contractions Feel Like?
Braxton Hicks contractions can be described as tightening in the abdomen that comes and goes. These contractions do not get closer together, do not increase with walking, do not increase in how long they last and do not feel stronger over time as they do when you are in true labor.

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

The big question in everyone's mind is, "How much pain will there be for me during labor?". While we can't answer that question specifically, we can help identify some of the causes of pain and methods to deal with them.

There are three main causes of pain during childbirth: emotional, functional, and physiological.

Emotional sources of pain can be: fear, the unknown, lack of education, etc.

These can actually cause and intensify pain. Childbirth education is a great way to combat this problem, although it will not eliminate it. It will enable those participating in the birth process to have a working knowledge of what is going on. This is not limited to classroom instruction, but also includes: reading, touring birth facility, discussion with careproviders and numerous other sources of information.

Functional sources of pain can be: cervical dilatation, contractions, descent of the baby, position, procedures, etc.

Your muscles are working, and this may cause pain which can be reduced by relaxation. Holding your breath and fighting contractions can actually hinder dilatation and labor, and be more painful by depriving your uterus of oxygen and creating tension. Position is very important in the birth process. Certain positions, such as lying on your back, can be harmful and painful. Changing positions and remaining mobile can help to reduce this pain. Procedures, such as amniotomy, vaginal exams and monitoring can cause pain themselves, by limiting mobility, or by creating anxiety.

Physiological sources of pain: derivations from "normal"

These will not occur with everyone, but are possibilities that you need to know how to deal with. One of the most common examples is a back labor caused by the posterior baby, this can occur in up to 25% of labors. This pain can be dealt with by trying to encourage the baby to turn by using a variety of positions, water, etc. Sometimes unusual pain may be a sign of problems.

Answer 5

The reason it hurts so much before you push is because of contractions. Those are really big muscle cramps. Imagine the WORST leg cramp you have ever had. Now multiply that by 100 and imagine that in your stomach. That hurts!

Answer 6

First of all whty do you need to know about having babies at 14. Imagine being severely constipated and trying to go for the first time - its like trying to pass a melon out of your back passage that should give you some idea of why it hurts like hell!!!

Answer 7

Contractions are terrible. You don't want a baby at this age, trust me.

Answer 8

BECAUSE EVE ATE THE APPLE OFF THE TREE AND SHE WASN'T SUPPOSE 2(IF U KNOW THE READING ABOUT ADAM AND EVE FROMTHE BIBLE THAN U WOULD KNOW WHY)