GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. During childbirth, the cervix expands about 4 inches (10 centimeters) so the baby can travel from the uterus through the vagina and into the world.

Detailed explanation-2: -Once the cervix has reached 10 cm, it is time to push the baby out. Contractions continue but also produce a strong urge to push. This urge might feel like an intense need to have a bowel movement. This stage can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours.

Detailed explanation-3: -Many women don’t start really dilating more regularly until closer to around 6 cm. The first stage of labor ends when a woman’s cervix is fully dilated to 10 cm and fully effaced (thinned out).

Detailed explanation-4: -Listen to pronunciation. (SER-vix) The lower, narrow end of the uterus that forms a canal between the uterus and vagina.

Detailed explanation-5: -Active labor. During active labor, your cervix will dilate from 6 centimeters (cm) to 10 cm. Your contractions will become stronger, closer together and regular.