Vaginal: Birth

: Labor is started or stimulated by healthcare providers using medication (like Pitocin) or manual techniques.

Labor and delivery are typically divided into three distinct stages, as outlined in clinical resources like StatPearls : vaginal birth

: Begins with regular uterine contractions and ends when the cervix is fully dilated (10 cm). This stage is further divided into early, active, and transitional phases. : Labor is started or stimulated by healthcare