Stages Of Pregnancy

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Going into labour; contractions start

Drop in progesterone levels

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Muscle tissue of uterus contracts to push baby out

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Waters break amniotic fluid comes out of vagina

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Answer 4

Cervix dilation: cervix widens to allow baby to pass through (stimulated by contractions)
Baby shifts so head is facing downwards

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Afterbirth: placenta delivered after baby