Understanding Cervical Exams During Labor

Join labor and delivery nurse, Roxanne, as she explains what a cervical exam is and its significance during the labor process. Learn the five key aspects assessed during a cervical exam: dilation, effacement, cervical consistency, baby's station, and the position of the cervix. Discover why cervical exams are important, what they reveal about your labor progression, and debunk the myth that they predict when labor will start or how long it will last. Roxanne also highlights the potential benefits of cervical exams for both you and your healthcare provider. For more in-depth childbirth education, explore MamasteFit's online course and enjoy a discount code if you watch the whole video! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment with topics you'd like to learn more about! 00:00 Introduction to Cervical Exams 00:23 Understanding Cervical Dilation 01:10 Effacement and Cervical Consistency 01:48 Baby's Station and Cervical Position 02:54 Implications of Cervical Exams 04:35 Recap and Final Thoughts 05:08 Additional Resources and Conclusion Pre-Order Training for Two on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3VOTdwH 📧 Download our free birth prep circuit guide with six exercises to prepare your body for birth: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepa... Prepare for your birth with MamasteFit: 💻 Online Childbirth Education Courses 🏋🏻‍♀️ Online Prenatal Fitness Programming 🧘‍♀️ Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth Course Explore our prep for birth courses: https://mamastefit.com/prenatal-support 3rd Trimester Specific Prep Courses: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-progra... ------- Freebies to Support Your Postpartum: 📩 Join our free early postpartum recovery course: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/early... —- Recover after birth and return to fitness with MamasteFit: https://mamastefit.com/postpartum-sup... 💻 Postpartum Education Courses 🏋🏻‍♀️ Postpartum Fitness Programs —— Follow Us on IG at   / mamastefit   ------