Normal Delivery by Dr Ruchi Rai Ahuja | Best Gynaecologist In Chandigarh

Human pregnancy is a wonderful journey of 9 months and 7 days. A doctor calculates your due date (EDD expected due date) by adding 9 months and 7 days to your first day of the last period ie LMP.
Anyone having an uncomplicated pregnancy can expect a #Normal delivery provided the following factors are present

• The baby’s position is head down
• The birth passage as assessed by her Gynaecologist is ok
• The placenta is not low
• The water around a baby is adequate
• The weight of the baby is desirable.

One can expect the Labour pains to start any time after 37 weeks of pregnancy.

First-timers are often confused as to when to go to the doctor. Well, one must consult with her doctor in case any one of the problems arise

• Pains esp those starting from the back and coming in from associated with hardening of the uterus
• Leakage of fluid from the birth passage making her clothes wet
• Blood mixed with sticky discharge from the vagina
• If the movement of the baby is not perceived.

On reaching your Gynaecologist the following things will be done

• She will check your vitals
• Check for contractions (Labour pains)
• Do an internal examination at suitable intervals
• Check your baby’s heartbeat with an NST /stethoscope at desired intervals.
• Increase the pain with suitable medicines

Normal Delivery in Chandigarh

A normal delivery is when a person gives birth through their vagina. Normal delivery is the most common method of giving birth. During a normal delivery, your uterus contracts to thin and open your cervix and push your baby out through your vagina.

Top healthcare advisors of Chandigarh like Dr. Ahuja prefer normal deliveries because they’re usually safest for the foetus and the birthing person. A normal delivery occurs most often between weeks 37 and 42 of pregnancy. Dr Ruchi Rai Ahuja built the best maternity hospitals in Chandigarh. She held the top position in the list of Best Birthing Services Doctors In Chandigarh.

Best Maternity Hospital for Normal and Painless Delivery or Epidural

Normal deliveries with the help of an epidural are the most common type of delivery. Epidural is a small injection the size of a thread that is placed in the lower back of the females and will be used to pass medicines to help reduce labour pain. Epidural injections are can also be used to give anaesthetics that cause numbness in the pain-receiving nerves so the mother-to-be doesn’t have any pain sensations. Moreover, epidural drugs are safe for newborn babies as well.  

At Ahuja Hospital we promote natural and normal childbirth. Dr Ruchi Rai Ahuja is a highly experienced gynaecologist who is always ready to guide you towards the option of painless and normal delivery. 

Check out How To Increase Chances of Normal Delivery

Normal Delivery Cost in Chandigarh

Normal Delivery cost in Chandigarh depends on the package that you have selected. Normal delivery will cost for General is around ₹25600 – ₹63000 (Approx). Here Normal delivery cost for a Semi-Private Room is around  ₹27600 – ₹82500 (Approximately). Also, we have private rooms for a normal Delivery cost that will cost Approx ₹30700 – ₹97000. You will provided, a ward for stay (48 Hrs), gynae OPD consultations, OT charges, procedure charges: LDR, nursing, doctor consultation charges, obstetrician, anaesthetist, neonatologist, medical record maintenance, medicines, home visit after discharge within tricity, and meals at Dr. Ahuja’s Clinic. 

Note – For the final cost of normal delivery, please contact Dr  Ahuja Clinic Today.

Some Common questions & answers on Normal delivery

Q: How is normal delivery done?

Ans: Normal delivery is carried out by carefully monitoring and increasing labour pains with the help of a drip. Careful watch is kept on the baby’s heartbeat (by stethoscope/Doppler/NST machine) as well. The doctor assesses the progress of labour by seeing the contractions (manually/ by CTG machine) and doing internal examinations as needed. When the baby’s head is visible the doctor cuts the perineum (episiotomy) to make the baby’s exit easy. The baby is handed over to the child specialist. Next, the placenta is delivered. In the end, the cut (episiotomy) is stitched in layers.

Q: What is best for Normal delivery?/ Normal delivery tips?

Ans: You should know that you have to eat right to help the baby grow properly so that you don’t gain excess weight. Good nutrition means a healthy balanced diet along with medications.

A very heavy baby or a very weak baby will have less chance of delivering normally as these might be associated with pregnancy complications. Adequate hydration is equally important. A minimum of 10-12 glasses of water are needed to keep your system healthy.

Regular exercise also plays an important role. During pregnancy, if you do not exercise, your joints will become stiff and decrease your chances of delivering normally. Broadly you should exercise to prevent unnecessary weight gain and prevent your joints from becoming stiff. Pelvic exercises will help in preparing the birth passage for a smooth transition of the baby. Lastly breathing exercises and meditation will help you take the labour pains easily and have a positive outlook.

Expert antenatal care, encouraging doctors, a determined patient and a supportive family all contribute towards a normal delivery.

Q: Is normal delivery painful?

Ans: Normal delivery cannot occur without labour pains. Initially, at the start of labour, the pains are mild and occur at less frequent intervals. As time passes and labour progresses the pains occur more frequently and towards the last stages the pains will last for any time like 45 sec occurring every 1.5 to 2 minutes This means that the intensity of pain increases as time passes. In the end, if you are mentally prepared to take the labour pains you might not feel that much distress at all since pain is a very subjective feeling. Epidural anaesthesia is the option for those who are not able to tolerate the pain.

Q: Is normal delivery difficult?

Ans: For a normal delivery to occur the patient should be ready to take labour pains and cooperate with the doctor and staff for monitoring by internal examination and CTG machine although it does take a lot of effort from the patient /hospital staff & Gynaecologist, it is not very difficult. An encouraging environment and warmth from your gynaecologist will make your task easier.

Q: How many stitches in normal delivery?

Ans: Normal delivery is facilitated by cutting the end of the birth passage better known as episiotomy. This area involves the lower end of the vagina and external area as well. After delivery, this is repaired in three layers. The stitches are many but to the patient around 5 to 10 stitches will be visible externally.

Q: Stages of normal delivery?

Ans: There are three stages of normal delivery.

• Stage 1 consists of the latent phase and active phase. From the start of labour pains till the full opening of the mouth of the uterus (cervix).
• Stage 2 from the full opening of the mouth of the uterus to the delivery of the baby.
• Stage 3 delivery of the placenta.

Q: Is normal delivery possible with low amniotic fluid?

Ans: Dr Ruchi Rai Ahuja says normal delivery is possible up to a certain amniotic fluid level. Generally, a gynaecologist assesses the overall situation i.e. the size of the baby, AFI (amount of amniotic fluid), the assessment of birth passage, whether is it a first or second delivery and associated pregnancy complications etc.