Every mother-to-be is looking forward to the birth of her baby. But at the same time, most women, especially those giving birth for the first time, do not leave the feeling of fear of this event. A huge number of questions arise, one of which is associated with the outpouring of amniotic fluid before childbirth.
Instructions
Step 1
Amniotic fluid is the fluid in the womb in which the unborn child grows. Water reliably protects the baby from injuries and infections, and therefore is vital for him. The discharge of water begins in the process of violating the integrity of the membranes of the fetus and it is impossible not to notice this. But if you still have doubts, you can always turn to the help of special tests that are sold in pharmacies. The doctor of the antenatal clinic will also help in solving this issue.
Step 2
Due to physiological reasons, every pregnant woman has a different outpouring of water. For some, a whole waterfall can pour out in an instant, the volume of which is usually 1.5 liters; while for others, the water flows slowly, in small portions. Accordingly, it is very difficult to name a specific time period for this process.
Step 3
Very often, pregnant women confuse amniotic fluid with urine. Therefore, you should always pay attention to the color and smell of the discharge. Normally, amniotic fluid should be liquid and transparent. But they can also contain whitish clots, called vernix, covering the baby's body. A dangerous symptom is the green or dark color of the waters. In this case, you should immediately seek medical attention.
Step 4
Often there is a night rupture of the membranes during sleep, which can be caused by a sudden change in the position of the body of the expectant mother or the usual muscle tension. In this case, the woman will feel a sensation of moisture in the perineum. When there is no pain, then you can take your time to call an ambulance. If this is observed, it is quite possible that contractions will begin soon. And this is a direct road to the hospital.
Step 5
The discharge of water can happen directly during labor. This is the ideal course of labor, during which the baby does not suffer from a lack of oxygen (fetal hypoxia). Also, situations are not uncommon when the water does not leave and the doctors themselves have to pierce the fetal bladder.
