Breaking Water

When the amniotic fluid volume decreases from 10 to 4.6 centimeters, it indicates a significant reduction in the fluid surrounding the fetus, known as oligohydramnios. This condition can lead to potential complications, such as fetal distress, restricted fetal movement, and increased risk of umbilical cord compression. It may also affect fetal lung development and can necessitate closer monitoring or intervention by healthcare providers.

Yes, a pregnant woman can have two amniotic sacs but only one baby. This condition is known as a "monozygotic twin pregnancy" where one fertilized egg splits into two sacs, or it can occur in cases of a single pregnancy where a second sac forms but does not contain a second fetus. The presence of two sacs may indicate a higher risk for complications, so close monitoring by a healthcare provider is essential.

Oh, dude, when a pregnant woman's water breaks, that fluid is called amniotic fluid. It's basically like a cozy little swimming pool for the baby inside the womb. So, yeah, it's not just regular water - it's like this special, baby-friendly blend of fluids and stuff.

No, a hydrogen ions separates.

H2O --> H+ + OH-

Water breaking during pregnancy is typically caused by the amniotic sac rupturing, releasing amniotic fluid. This can happen naturally as a sign that labor is beginning or may be intentionally ruptured by a healthcare provider to induce labor. In some cases, water breaking may occur before the onset of labor, requiring medical attention to prevent complications.

There is no scientific evidence to support the claim that castor oil induces labor or causes your water to break. It is not recommended to use castor oil to try to bring on labor, as it can cause dehydration, diarrhea, and potential complications for both the mother and the baby. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider before attempting any methods to induce labor.

I assume you are desperately overdue. A fun way of trying to bring on labour is having sex. It might not be true but hey, make the most of it while you can. After baby appears, you may not have the time or inclination. Make sure sex is not too rough and maybe try different positions, like spoons, to accommodate your belly. Have fun!!! And good luck for your baby.

C-sections are scheduled to be done before labor begins. Contractions can cause many complications in a cesarean delivery. If labor is stalled and an emergency c-section is required, the dilation is not relevant.

It depends on may things, if you have a high leak the membranes may seal and the pregnancy can continue. If your membranes are ruptured after 12 hours there is a fear of infection setting in, dangerous to both the baby and mother - you must be closely monitored for fever, pain and fetal distress. Another thing doctors look at is the cause of premature rupture as an infection is sometimes the cause, in that case antibiotics will be given and you may need to be induced or delivered by Cesarian Section to prevent further complications.

hi, my waters started leaking at 24 weeks, i was kept in hospital for 3/4 days and it stopped. i was given antibiotics to fight infection and steroid injections to strengthen my little boys lungs. i am now almost 2 weeks on and no baby but yet he has a very strong heartbeat and he kicks me almost all day long. i am still being monitered weekly but as long as my baby is safe there is no need for me to deliver him yet. But i do understand every case is not the same, you just got to rest up and take the doctors advice and take it as easy as possible.

Your body sounds confused! Well there are a million reasons for this, mostly involving nature!

I think either you hit your stomach a bad way and something snagged on your 'water bag' or perhaps your due date is wrong? Maybe you had a false menstrual cycle? It happens, it is like an imitation period and maybe you're 6-7 months rather than 4? Things like that ARE rare but definitely happen!

Ever heard of the show, I didn't know I was Pregnant? Watch it. It's scary nuts!

I would suggest calling your doctor. it all depends on your body. however, i know your pretty much safe until your 100 effaced and 10 cms, but that can happen quickly.

The baby wont begin to breathe as such, until it is born. it will still receive oxygenated blood from its mother via the umbilical cord. this is enough until it is stimulated to breathe after delivery.

The amniotic fluid in the womb cushions the developing foetus from being physically damaged.

everyones different... mine broke without dilation

As labor begins, the muscular wall of the uterus begins to contract as the cervix relaxes and expands. As a portion of the amniotic sac surrounding the baby is pushed into the opening, it bursts under the pressure, releasing amniotic fluid.

Everyone is different and there is not set time, while some doctors don't want you going past a cerentin point just depends on your physician. It can be a matter of hours or a day or so just depending on what the body wants to do.

A spontaneous vaginal delivery (SVD) is a medical term used to describe when a pregnant woman goes into labor without the use of drugs or techniques to induce labor, and delivers her baby in the normal manner, without a cesarean section. In other words, it is the natural birth of a child, simply without the intervention of modern techniques devised by humans.

The general motive behind choosing to proceed with a SVD rather than a modern delivery is of concern over the possibility of artificial methods having an unnatural and unintended harmful effect on the infant. It is widely accepted that synthetic medical drugs have been observed to produce adverse health effects and as such the FDA attempts to enforce disclosure of these effects to consumers, when the effects are deemed statistically significant. In addition to these known risks, medication carries with it the risk of causing harm in ways not currently known or understood. Although most professionals in the medical industry would contend that such risks are often negligible, being that drug use is so common, there are however many holistic practitioners, other professionals, and members of the public which disagree with this contention and are not willing to take the risk. Afterall, an infant child is a fragile creature, intimately connected to the health of its mother.

As for pain management, one may consider the most natural approach to be a healthy diet, high in antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, essential fatty acids (omega-3), etc. The psychological factor can also be effected through more-natural means, through something as simple as learning to stay calm, or through procedures such as hypnosis. Some might consider taking certain plants ("herbs") not normally considered food, with the intention of having them function as natural pain killers. This approach however might not be considered acceptable by those striving for as natural a process as possible, as it is possible for herbs to contain biochemicals which function very similarly to synthetic chemical drugs. You can type "natural pain killer" into a search engine to learn more; otherwise visit http://letmegooglethatforyou.com/?q=natural+pain+killer%0A


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You don't. That is very unhealthy and dangerous to you and to the unborn child.

yes, i had my waters break and had a pre term labour...i lost my baby boy, my heart broke...

malnourished,uncompleted body parts,not improved senses of organ.

No, you don´t feel it at all. When my water broke, I could hear a sound like a cork going out of a bottle and the pressure in the abdomen going down, and then I could feel some trickling of water. No pain.