![]() You can go with your own car and we will drive right behind you, or take a taxi/Uber. ![]() When you are about 5 – 6cm dilated, and you prefer to give at the hospital or birthing centre, this is the time to go. During active labour we will monitor the dilation with internal exams every few hours and whenever necessary. At the end of the active phase, when the cervix has dilated between 8 and 10 cm, the contractions will be at their peak of intensity, but there will always be a (little) break between contractions to regain your energy. Usually most women are not that hungry during labour, so just a snack once in a while is enough to keep yourself going.Īs the dilation progresses, contractions will be stronger and more frequent. Furthermore we encourage to urinate frequently (every 2 hours) as a full bladder can slow down labour and to keep yourself hydrated. Changing position during active labour is also advised to help to progress labour. As your labour progresses, you may start to turn your awareness inward, focusing in on each contraction and using your breath to help you to cope. While you’re in active labour, listen to your body and pay attention to how you’re feeling. ![]() Some women experience the pain mostly in their lower abdomen, where other feel it in their back or even legs. Contractions during established labour are regular and tend to occur every 3 to 4 minutes with a duration of 1 to 1,5mins. These gradually become more frequent, longer, and stronger in intensity. ![]() The main sign that you’re moving into active (established) labour is experiencing painful, regular contractions. ![]()
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