3 Stages of Labor and Birth. | Pregnancy to parenting

This 3D medical animation offers a realistic and educational look at how normal childbirth unfolds — a remarkable process divided into three main stages: labour, birth, and the delivery of the placenta. 🌸 Stage 1: Labour — The Body Prepares for Birth Labour begins when the uterus starts contracting rhythmically to help soften, thin (efface), and open (dilate) the cervix. Early labour: Contractions are mild and irregular as the cervix gradually opens to around 3–4 cm. Active labour: Contractions