The cervical opening is usually closed during pregnancy to protect the normal growth of the fetus in the uterine cavity. However, when the pregnant woman is about to give birth, the cervical opening will slowly change and open to varying degrees at different stages of labor. So, how long does it take to have a second child?
The first stage of labor refers to the period from the onset of contractions to the full opening of the cervix (10 centimeters), which takes about 11-12 hours for primiparous women and 6-8 hours for multiparous women. I have only driven a finger and am still stuck in the first stage of labor. It has not yet reached 3 centimeters, so it will take a few more hours, so the specific time cannot be estimated. The postpartum period will be shorter, and once the cervix is fully opened, the second stage of labor will begin. The second stage of labor takes about 1-2 hours for primiparous women, and faster for multiparous women, but there are also cases that can last up to 1 hour.
Generally, the fetus can only be born when it reaches around 10 centimeters, and usually begins to enter the delivery room for labor after it reaches 3 or 4 centimeters. When it reaches about 4 centimeters, the cervix will open very quickly. If you want the fetus to be born earlier, it is recommended that the mother move around more.
It is recommended to wait in the hospital before the due date and not continue to stay at home, otherwise there may be inevitable accidents that prevent timely assistance. In addition, for a second child, the cervix of the mother opens relatively quickly, and the fetus is about to be born. If waiting for delivery in the hospital, it is better to have the help of a doctor.
