Patient's question:
I am about to become a first-time mother. Now I am seven months pregnant, and the due date is approaching day by day. So is the day of labor. But I am feeling sad again. It is said that labor is very painful, so I want to understand in advance how long labor usually lasts?Doctor's answer:
When a woman is giving birth, the uterus will contract, which may cause contractions and pain. Additionally, as the fetus passes through the birth canal, the vagina may be stretched, which can also lead to pain. These are all unavoidable physical phenomena. However, it is a normal physiological process, and you don’t need to worry too much about it.As a first-time mother, the duration of labor tends to be longer. From regular contractions to the birth of the baby, it generally takes about 10 to 15 hours. The exact duration varies from person to person.