Birth in the eighth month
In the case of delivery in the eighth month of pregnancy, this is called preterm delivery, so that the body of the pregnant woman is ready to give birth before the end of the normal pregnancy period of nine full months. Early childbirth may require special health care for the mother and her child according to the condition and status of each.
Causes of delivery in the eighth month
- Infection with bacterial infections.
- Pregnancy twins.
- In the event of an early rupture of the perineum.
- When there is a defect in the delivery of food and oxygen to the fetus.
- Disruption of the placenta.
- Hormonal factors in pregnant women.
- The fluid imbalance around the fetus increases or decreases significantly.
- The contractions of the uterus occur frequently.
- Stress during pregnancy, and extreme grief over the loss of a close relative, for example.
- The pregnant woman is exposed to violence or an accident.
- Genetic causes.
- In the case of repeated pregnancy and non-spacing between each pregnancy and another.
Symptoms of delivery in the eighth month
- Feeling pain in the back area, this pain must be continuous until it is a sign of premature birth.
- Lower abdominal cramps occur with severe pain.
- Fluid discharge from the vaginal area.
- Feeling nausea, diarrhea, in addition to vomiting.
- The feeling of intense pressure in the area below the pelvis and vagina.
- Bleeding occurs in the vagina regardless of its severity.
Status of the fetus in the eighth month
Fetal condition
The fetus will grow and grow by the eighth month, and the fetus can see and hear at this stage. The normal weight of the fetus in the eighth month is 2.5 kg, The birth of a fetus in the eighth month does not require custody except in cases of danger such as lung problems, poor immunity, very little weight for the fetus, or problems with vision and hearing.
Love
In general, the birth of the eighth month is not serious in the absence of risks to the fetus as we mentioned in advance, and the absence of risks to the mother and her life (such as acute bleeding after birth) and the passage of childbirth safely.
Tips to avoid premature birth
- The pregnant woman should care about her food, to be a healthy and useful food.
- To quit smoking in addition to alcohol.
- To take care of her health and not to strain herself, especially for those prone to abortion.
- Be concerned with any of the signs of premature birth that appear on them, and must follow up with the doctor periodically.