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# Childbirth Process After 9 months of fetal development (280 days) * **Uterine contractions (powerful):** Triggered by oxytocin. * **Hormonal release:** Pituitary gland releases oxytocin. * **Labor pains:** Begins the birthing process. * **Child birth:** Child is born (head first o...
# Childbirth Process After 9 months of fetal development (280 days) * **Uterine contractions (powerful):** Triggered by oxytocin. * **Hormonal release:** Pituitary gland releases oxytocin. * **Labor pains:** Begins the birthing process. * **Child birth:** Child is born (head first or breach). * **Card tied:** The umbilical cord is tied and cut. * **Placenta detachment:** The placenta detaches from the uterus. * **Uterine recovery:** The uterus gradually shrinks back to normal size over a few days. * **Baby crying (cry):** A natural respiratory process.