The word primipara refers to a woman who has given birth to her first child. It comes from the Latin root word “parere” which means to bring forth and is used to describe a woman who had only given birth once. The term is sometimes used more broadly to describe any woman who has given birth to one child, regardless of the outcome of the birth. In some cases, it may also be used to describe a woman who is […]
In the birth industry, Nulliparous is defined as a woman who has not given birth to a child. This is often referred to simply as “Nulliparous” or ” Nullips “. Outside of the birth industry, Nulliparous may be used to describe other things that have not occurred. For example, a company might refer to itself as Nulliparous if it has never had a bankruptcy. To be specific, a nulliparous woman isn’t necessarily someone who has never been pregnant; someone who […]
Multigravida is used to describe a woman who is pregnant with her second or subsequent child. The term is derived from the Latin words “multi” meaning “many” and “gravida” meaning “pregnant.” It is important to note that the definition Multigravida in birth industry may vary slightly. For example, some medical sources define Multigravida as a woman who has been pregnant two or more times, regardless of whether the pregnancies resulted in live births. Other sources may define Multigravida as a […]
Nuchal translucency is the degree of translucency of the fluid-filled subcutaneous gap on the back of the fetal neck, typically seen during the late first trimester and early second trimester (11 weeks 3 days to 13 weeks 6 days). The degree of translucency of the gap indicates density. High translucency means higher density owing to the presence of fluid. This is determined during an ultrasound scan. A high NT reading indicates an increased chance that the baby has chromosomal abnormalities […]
A birthing chair is a piece of furniture, a birthing tool, that is specifically designed to help a woman give birth. It is often used in hospitals and birthing centers, and it can be helpful for women who are having a vaginal delivery. A birthing chair typically has a hole in the center of it, which allows the baby to be born without coming into contact with the floor. This can be helpful for both the mother and the baby, […]
Prodromal labor is a term used in the birth industry to describe labor that begins at the 37th week of gestation, or earlier. It is also sometimes called false labor and is characterized by the presence of labor-like symptoms, such as contractions, but without cervical change and does not involve any real labor progression. The contractions can be mild to strong and may be irregular or regular, and they come and go for a time before stopping. There are other […]
Perineum, a Greek word that means “around the anus”, refers to the area between the vaginal opening and the anus. In other words, it is the space between a woman’s legs that is left when she is lying down with her knees bent and apart. This area is also sometimes called the pelvic floor, which includes the muscles and tissues that support the organs in the pelvis. These muscles are sensitive and can be easily damaged and can weaken with […]
Advise in the birthing industry refers to the advice and information that birthing professionals give to their clients during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. This can include a range of topics on health, recommending a particular type of childbirth class, providing emotional support during labor, suggestions for coping with labor pain, and postpartum recovery tips. These are usually based on the professional’s experience and expertise, as well as the latest evidence-based research. This image shows how often the term […]
In the birthing world, antepartum refers to the period between a woman’s last menstrual period and the birth of her baby. This term is generally used to refer to the latter portion of pregnancy, from around 20 weeks gestation until birth. It is during this period that the pregnant woman and her care providers will monitor for signs of labor, and take steps to prevent preterm birth, any birth that occurs before 37 weeks gestation. Routine prenatal care appointments become […]
In the birth industry, Linea Alba is a Latin term meaning “white line.” It refers to a white fibrous band that runs down the center of the abdominal wall. The Linea Alba is formed by the fusion of the two recti sheaths, which are the layers of connective tissue that surround the abdominals. During pregnancy, the Linea Alba stretches and thins as the abdominal muscles separate to make room for the growing baby. This can cause the linea alba markings […]