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Labor 1st stage: Also called the stage of dilation because during this stage the cervix dilates to 10 centimeters. 2nd stage: Also called the stage of expulsion. Starts when the cervix is fully dilated and lasts until the baby is totally out of the birth canal. 3rd stage: Also called the placental stage. Begins with the birth of the baby and continues until the placenta and the rest of the afterbirth have been delivered. 4th stage: Occurs after delivery and lasts 1 to 2 hours while the uterus contracts back down to reduce bleeding. |
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