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are the stages of labor are divided by how frequent and intense contractions are?

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Answer:

Explanation:

There are 4 stages of labor:

∵First∵

°Thinning  (effacement) and opening (dilation) of the cervix

°Early labor

°Active labor

°Transition to second stage

∵Second∵

°Your baby moves through the birth canal

∵Third∵

°Afterbirth

∵Fourth∵

°Recovery

-End-

How intense are Contractions?

"Compared with early labor, the contractions that occur once you enter active labor are more intense."

How Frequent?

"More frequent (every two to three minutes) and longer lasting (50 to 70 seconds each)."

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