A
Position of the fetus before birth.
B
Dilation: amniotic sac pushed against cervix.
C
Dilation: amniotic sac ruptured & dilation complete.
D
Expulsion: infant being pushed out.
E
Placental stage: afterbirth being expelled.
Figure 2-1. Procedure of normal childbirth (parturition).
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