Can petite women safely give birth vaginally?

Dr. Evelyn Minaya, MD

OBGYN (Obstetrician & Gynecologist)

Petite women can absolutely have safe vaginal births; body size is not the only factor that weighs into a woman's ability to safely deliver vaginally. Watch OB/GYN specialist Evelyn Minaya, MD, dispel this myth and share a relevant anecdote.

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Labor, Delivery & Post Period Of Pregnancy

The first signs of labor can be the loss of your mucus plug, your water breaking, and/or regular contractions. Labor progresses in stages and normal progression means that vaginal delivery is possible. If there are complications, your doctor may choose to delivery through C-section to lower the risk of trauma to you and your baby. After delivery, you may experience sore breasts, incontinence, vaginal discharge, hemorrhoids, and discomfort around your vagina (especially if an episiotomy was conducted). Some mothers experience what is known as the baby blues which may include crying, irritability, or sadness. This is often due to the hormonal and physical changes that take place after childbirth. Talk to your doctor if your physical or emotional symptoms become more serious.

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