First stage of labor- Dilation of the cervix During the first stage of labor, contractions help your cervix dilate and begin to open. This is called erosion and dilation. As your cervix dilates ...

Braxton Hicks vs labour contractions—whats the difference Get expert advice on recognising signs of labour and preparing for delivery ...

The Friedman curve, the gold standard for rates of cervical dilation and fetal descent during active labor, was developed almost 50 years ago. To define a modern curve for normal labor, these ...

“Ensuring the thorough removal of pregnancy tissue during procedures like dilation and curettage (D&C) minimises the risk of retained tissue.