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# Last approx 8-12 hrs

From [Dilation and Stages of Labor](https://listium.com/@nalandar/20623/dilation-and-stages-of-labor)  
By [Nalanda Robson (@nalandar)](https://listium.com/@nalandar)

List stats: 434 views · 1 like · 1 follower  
Published 17 August 2017 · Updated 17 August 2017

Category: productivity

- Dilation: 0 - 3 cm.
- Stages: Early Labor Phase
- Cervical Dilation Size: Blueberry/ Cherry / Lime Slice
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/kbhoxy5d4iqclgkg6uzc.jpg)
- What to do:
  ```json
  [
    {
      "complete": false,
      "value": "Notice contractions growing more intense"
    },
    {
      "complete": false,
      "value": "Water breaks: notice color/odour"
    }
  ]
  ```
- Contractions: Every 30-45 secs, 5-30 minutes rest
- Supporting Person(s):
  ```json
  [
    {
      "complete": false,
      "value": "Practice timing contractings"
    },
    {
      "complete": false,
      "value": "Draw her focus away from the labor"
    },
    {
      "complete": false,
      "value": "Offer comfort/reassurance"
    },
    {
      "complete": false,
      "value": "Offer calming influence"
    }
  ]
  ```
- AFTER BIRTH: -