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Essential Labor and Delivery Support Guide for Partners Flashcards

1
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What are the stages of labor?

A

Pre-labor, Early labor, Active labor, Transition, Pushing, Delivery of the placenta

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What signs indicate early labor?

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Irregular contractions, emotional changes, possible mucus plug discharge.

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What signs indicate active labor?

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Consistent, stronger contractions lasting about 60 seconds, 3-5 minutes apart.

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What are the signs of the transition phase?

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Very intense and frequent contractions, emotional and physical intensity peaks.

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How do you know when it’s time to push?

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Involuntary urge to push, feeling like needing to have a bowel movement, visible crowning.

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What comfort measures help during early labor?

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Gentle massage, warm baths, distraction techniques like watching movies or walking.

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What comfort measures help during active labor?

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Deep breathing, laboring positions, counterpressure, and hydrotherapy.

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What comfort measures help during the transition?

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Encouragement, maintaining a calm environment, focus on deep, slow breathin

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How to support with pain management without medication?

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Use of TENS machine, acupressure, focused breathing techniques, and visualization

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10
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Why is hydration important during labor?

A

Maintains energy levels, helps with endurance, and can influence the progress of labor.

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When should you go to the hospital?

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Follow the 5-1-1 rule or based on doctor/doula’s advice, especially if water breaks.

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How to advocate for your partner in the hospital?

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Communicate birth preferences clearly, ask for explanations of interventions, and ensure her needs are prioritized.

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What are the benefits of delayed cord clamping?

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Increases blood volume and iron levels in newborns, supporting healthier early development.

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Why is skin-to-skin contact important immediately after birth?

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Promotes bonding, helps regulate baby’s temperature and breathing, encourages breastfeeding.

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What are signs of postpartum complications to watch for?

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Excessive bleeding, fever, severe headaches, vision changes, and extreme mood swings.

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16
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What to expect during placenta delivery?

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Mild contractions, delivery within 5-30 minutes post-birth, may require gentle pushing.

17
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What are the immediate care needs of a newborn?

A

Warmth, initial breastfeeding or feeding, vitamin K shot, and newborn screening tests.

18
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How to recognize labor progression?

A

Frequency and intensity of contractions increase, changes in emotional state, dilation progress.

19
Q

What are effective pushing techniques?

A

Deep breath, chin to chest, push during contractions, rest between.

20
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What are signs of labor onset?

A

Regular contractions:
- water breaking
- loss of mucus plug

21
Q

How to distinguish true from false labor?

A

True labor: contractions increase in intensity and frequency

False labor: contractions irregular and don’t intensify.

22
Q

What indicates labor is 24-48 hours away?

A
  • Nesting urge
  • Lower back pain
  • Diarrhea
23
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When to go to the hospital?

A
  • Contractions 5 minutes apart
  • water breaks
  • concerning symptoms (bleeding, severe pain)
24
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What are the benefits of skin to skin contact?

A
  • regulates baby’s temperature
  • encourages breastfeeding
  • promotes bonding
25
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Importance of staying hydrated during labor?

A
  • supports energy levels
  • can ease labor progression
26
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how to manage early labor at home?

A
  • relaxation techniques
  • light, distracting activities
  • warm baths
27
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role of breathing exercises?

A
  • reduces stress
  • manages pain
  • facilitates focus and relaxation
28
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signs your water has broken

A
  • sudden gush or trickle of fluid
  • continuous leakage
29
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what to do if my contractions start?

A
  • time their frequency and duration
  • use pain management techniques
  • contact healthcare provider (Oula)
30
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best ways to encourage optimal fetal positioning?

A
  • spend time on hands and knees
  • avoid reclining back
  • use an exercise ball
31
Q

What are common discomforts in the final weeks?

A
  • Braxton Hicks contractions
  • pelvic pressure
  • increased fatigue
32
Q

what indicates the transition phase of labor?

A
  • Intense contractions close together
  • Desire to push

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