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Choice of appropriate and safe birth delivery method

delivery methods

delivery methods

For expectant mothers eagerly awaiting delivery, it's important to know that there are several methods of childbirth. A labor method is a procedure used to assist the birth of a baby from the mother's womb. Labor begins with regular uterine contractions and culminates in the birth of the baby, culminating in the expulsion of the placenta. A normal labor typically lasts 12 to 14 hours, starting from the first true contraction. Parents may be anticipating this joyous moment after nine months of waiting. However, this time, fathers can play a more active and alert role in assisting mothers in caring for their children.[1]

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Adjusting to the comfort of Mommy and Ananda, let's choose a delivery method that meets Mommy's needs!

We understand that parents have a clear understanding of their options for childbirth. Developments in childbirth methods have advanced significantly. Furthermore, each method has its own advantages and allows for adjustments to suit the individual's comfort level. So, what are the birthing methods available?

  1. Normal Labor:

    Normal delivery or what is usually called vaginal delivery is the process of spontaneous delivery of the baby through the vagina with the head in a posterior presentation without complications.[5] This delivery sometimes requires assistance, so it is called Assisted Vaginal Delivery. Assisted vaginal delivery is a delivery that is carried out through the vagina or pervagina, but requires the assistance of certain tools or drugs to deliver the baby [5]. For Parents For those who are worried about pain during the normal delivery process, mothers can use ILA ((Intrathecal Labor Analgesia) which prioritizes the mother's comfort by minimizing or even eliminating pain during the labor process.[1,2]

Benefits of Normal Delivery:

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    1. Natural Process: This delivery occurs through the natural birth canal, the vagina.
    2. Faster Recovery: Mothers usually require a shorter recovery time compared to cesarean delivery.
    3. Lower Risk of Complications: There is a lower risk of infection and other medical complications.
    4. Benefits for Babies: Babies born through normal labor often have more contact with good bacteria from the mother, which can strengthen their immune system.

  1. Delivery by Sectio Caesaria (SC):

    Cesarean section delivery is a type of delivery that is the final solution, when normal labor and the use of assistive devices can no longer be done to remove the fetus from the womb.[4]

    1. Surgical Procedure: This is a surgical method of delivery that involves incisions in the mother's abdomen and uterus.
    2. Longer Recovery Time: Recovery after a cesarean section is usually longer and more painful than a normal delivery.
    3. Certain Medical Conditions: A cesarean is often necessary if there are complications such as the baby's breech position, abnormal heartbeat, or medical problems in the mother.
    4. Higher Risk: There is a higher risk of infection, bleeding, and other surgical complications.

ERACS Method Delivery

For Parents who have anxiety about recovery after the mother undergoes surgery, with Labor SC with the method Enhanced Recovery After Caesarean Surgery (ERACS) Accelerating recovery after a Caesarean section can improve comfort, reduce the risk of complications, and allow patients to quickly return to normal activities. The ERACS method has been shown to offer advantages in improved pain management, early mobilization, and accelerated recovery, allowing mothers to resume basic daily activities 24 hours after surgery. By following these principles, mothers who undergo a Caesarean section with the ERACS method can experience a faster and more comfortable recovery.[5]

The benefits of ERACS include shorter hospitalization time, earlier mobilization of the mother and lower post-operative pain. Mothers may feel fitter and able to return to their activities sooner after delivery through this method compared to regular/conventional SC delivery. ERACS has brought about a positive change in patient experience after Caesarean section and is a step forward in improving modern childbirth care. [5]

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Citations:

  1. Pradnya Gavhale et al. “Case Report: 25-year-old Female at Term Labor and Normal Delivery.” Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology (2021). https://doi.org/10.37506/ijfmt.v15i2.14365.
  2. Yadav et al. “Comparative study of induced and spontaneous labor in nulliparous women using modified WHO partograph.” International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology, 9 (2020): 2014. https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20201798.
  3. Ottun et al. “Pattern of primary caesarean deliveries in a Nigerian tertiary hospital.” International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology (2021). https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.IJRCOG20211895.
  4. Yustina Ni et al. "EFFECTIVENESS ENHANCED RECOVERY AFTER CAESAREAN SURGERY (ERACS) ON CONSCIOUS RECOVERY TIME IN SECTIO CAESAREA PATIENTS IN THE RECOVERY ROOM OF RSAD TK. II UDAYANA." Nurse and Health: Journal of Nursing (2023). https://doi.org/10.36720/nhjk.v12i2.562.
  5. Intan Nurhayati et al. “Enhanced Recovery After Caesarean Delivery: A Narrative Review.” Journal of Health Sciences (2023). https://doi.org/10.33086/jhs.v16i01.3098.