{"id":1564,"date":"2026-05-28T16:06:21","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T16:06:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/?p=1564"},"modified":"2026-07-18T03:36:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T03:36:40","slug":"birth-stages-this-is-how-a-vaginal-birth-proceeds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/en\/geburtsphasen-so-verlaeuft-eine-vaginale-geburt\/","title":{"rendered":"Birth Stages: How a Vaginal Birth Unfolds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wer versteht, was w\u00e4hrend der Geburt passiert, kann ruhiger damit umgehen. Dieser Artikel erkl\u00e4rt, wie eine vaginale Geburt abl\u00e4uft, was in den einzelnen Phasen k\u00f6rperlich geschieht und wie die Begleitperson helfen kann.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/37b96626-cab6-4120-9c39-3dd8c8b5d275.png\" alt=\"Pregnant woman sits relaxed on an exercise ball, mentally preparing for childbirth\" class=\"wp-image-1566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/37b96626-cab6-4120-9c39-3dd8c8b5d275.png 1024w, https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/37b96626-cab6-4120-9c39-3dd8c8b5d275-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/37b96626-cab6-4120-9c39-3dd8c8b5d275-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/37b96626-cab6-4120-9c39-3dd8c8b5d275-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/37b96626-cab6-4120-9c39-3dd8c8b5d275-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-die-zeit-vor-der-geburt-wenn-der-korper-probt\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Die Zeit vor der Geburt<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bevor die eigentlichen Geburtsphasen beginnen, leistet der K\u00f6rper oft schon tagelang Vorarbeit. Wie erkennt man, ob es wirklich losgeht?<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-der-unterschied-zwischen-vorwehen-und-geburtswehen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vorwehen oder Geburtswehen?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gegen Ende der Schwangerschaft sp\u00fcren viele Frauen ein Hartwerden des Bauches.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Practice contractions ( Braxton Hicks contractions\/lightening contractions)<\/strong> Meist unregelm\u00e4\u00dfig, klingen nach einiger Zeit ab und ver\u00e4ndern ihre Intensit\u00e4t nicht wesentlich bei einem Positionswechsel oder einem warmen Bad. Sie helfen dabei, das K\u00f6pfchen des Babys tiefer ins Becken zu schieben.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Labor pains<\/strong> Kommen in regelm\u00e4\u00dfigen, k\u00fcrzer werdenden Abst\u00e4nden, die Intensit\u00e4t nimmt stetig zu. Ein warmes Bad l\u00e4sst sie meist nicht verschwinden, sondern verst\u00e4rkt sie oft.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"h-das-platzen-der-fruchtblase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The bursting of the amniotic sac<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nicht bei jeder Frau beginnt die Geburt mit Wehen. Manchmal macht zuerst die Fruchtblase auf sich aufmerksam \u2013 als pl\u00f6tzlicher Schwall klarer Fl\u00fcssigkeit oder nur tr\u00f6pfchenweise, wenn der Riss weit oben liegt. Fruchtwasser ist meist farb- und geruchlos oder riecht leicht s\u00fc\u00dflich. Bei Verdacht sollten Sie Ihre Hebamme oder Klinik kontaktieren.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-wann-in-den-kreisssaal-fahren\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to go to the delivery room?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Als Faustregel gilt beim ersten Kind: Wenn die Wehen \u00fcber etwa ein bis zwei Stunden regelm\u00e4\u00dfig alle 5 bis 7 Minuten kommen und jeweils rund eine Minute andauern, ist es Zeit aufzubrechen. Bei weiteren Schwangerschaften sollten Sie fr\u00fcher fahren, da die Geburt oft schneller voranschreitet. Auch bei Blasensprung, Blutungen oder wenn Sie sich zu Hause nicht mehr sicher f\u00fchlen, fahren Sie in die Klinik oder ins Geburtshaus.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-die-4-phasen-der-geburt-im-uberblick\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Die 4 Phasen der Geburt<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jede Geburt verl\u00e4uft anders. Manche Frauen geb\u00e4ren in wenigen Stunden, andere brauchen mehr als einen Tag. Der k\u00f6rperliche Ablauf folgt dennoch immer dem gleichen Schema und wird medizinisch in vier Phasen unterteilt:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The opening phase (including the latency phase)<\/li>\n<li>The transition phase<\/li>\n<li>The expulsion phase<\/li>\n<li>The afterbirth stage<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"h-phase-1-die-eroffnungsphase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phase 1: The Opening Phase<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Die Er\u00f6ffnungsphase ist die l\u00e4ngste Phase. Der Geb\u00e4rmutterhals (Zervix) verstreicht, und der Muttermund \u00f6ffnet sich vollst\u00e4ndig, damit das Baby den Geburtskanal passieren kann.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-die-fruhe-eroffnungsphase-latenzphase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The early opening phase (latency phase)<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Der Geb\u00e4rmutterhals, der in der Schwangerschaft etwa drei bis vier Zentimeter lang und fest verschlossen war, wird weich, verk\u00fcrzt sich, und der Muttermund \u00f6ffnet sich auf drei bis vier Zentimeter.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The contractions<\/strong> Noch gut auszuhalten, \u00e4hneln starken Regelschmerzen und kommen oft im Abstand von 10 bis 20 Minuten.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What you can do:<\/strong> Bleiben Sie so lange wie m\u00f6glich zu Hause. Lenken Sie sich ab, versuchen Sie zu schlafen. Energie sparen ist hier sinnvoll.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"h-die-aktive-eroffnungsphase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The active opening phase<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ab etwa vier Zentimetern Muttermunds\u00f6ffnung beginnt die aktive Phase. Beim ersten Kind rechnet man im Durchschnitt mit etwa 8 bis 14 Stunden f\u00fcr die gesamte Er\u00f6ffnungsphase, bei weiteren Kindern oft deutlich weniger. Die Wehen kommen nun alle 3 bis 5 Minuten, sind kr\u00e4ftig und erfordern volle Konzentration \u2013 w\u00e4hrend einer Wehe ist Sprechen kaum noch m\u00f6glich.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Der Muttermund ist ein ringf\u00f6rmiger Muskel am unteren Ende der Geb\u00e4rmutter. Durch das Zusammenziehen der Geb\u00e4rmuttermuskulatur wird das Baby nach unten gedr\u00fcckt, w\u00e4hrend sich die Muskelfasern nach oben zur\u00fcckziehen \u2013 so \u00f6ffnet sich der Muttermund bei jeder Wehe ein St\u00fcck weiter, bis er einen Durchmesser von etwa 10 Zentimetern erreicht.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-phase-2-die-ubergangsphase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phase 2: The Transition Phase<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Die \u00dcbergangsphase ist die k\u00fcrzeste, aber oft intensivste Phase. Sie markiert den \u00dcbergang von der Er\u00f6ffnungs- zur Austreibungsphase \u2013 von etwa 8 bis 10 Zentimetern Muttermunds\u00f6ffnung.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Die Wehen kommen jetzt fast ohne Pause. Viele Frauen f\u00fchlen sich \u00fcberrollt, klagen \u00fcber \u00dcbelkeit und Zittern und denken: \u201eIch kann nicht mehr.&#8220; F\u00fcr Hebammen ist das ein Zeichen, dass das Baby fast da ist.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-die-kraft-des-atmens\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Atmen in der \u00dcbergangsphase<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bewusstes Atmen hilft in dieser Phase besonders. Da die Wehen so stark sind, neigen viele Frauen dazu, zu verkrampfen oder die Luft anzuhalten.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Breathe deep into your belly:<\/strong> Beim Ausatmen bewusst loslassen \u2013 Schultern senken, Kiefer entspannen.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sound:<\/strong> Ein tiefes \u201eAaaa&#8220; oder \u201eOooo&#8220; beim Ausatmen hilft, den Schmerz zu verarbeiten und den Beckenboden zu entspannen. Hohe T\u00f6ne wie \u201eIiii&#8220; spannen Kiefer und Beckenboden eher an.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid panting<\/strong> Zu flaches Atmen kann durch Hyperventilation zu Schwindel f\u00fchren. Hebammen leiten hier oft zu einer rhythmischen Atmung an.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2fca198c-24cb-4fe2-9569-f2d1a2c7ccbb.png\" alt=\"Midwife supports a pregnant woman in the delivery room with labor breathing\" class=\"wp-image-1565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2fca198c-24cb-4fe2-9569-f2d1a2c7ccbb.png 1024w, https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2fca198c-24cb-4fe2-9569-f2d1a2c7ccbb-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2fca198c-24cb-4fe2-9569-f2d1a2c7ccbb-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2fca198c-24cb-4fe2-9569-f2d1a2c7ccbb-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/elternundfamily.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2fca198c-24cb-4fe2-9569-f2d1a2c7ccbb-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-schmerzmanagement-und-medizinische-hilfe\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pain management and medical assistance<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the active phase of labor and transition, many women seek pain relief options. There are numerous choices, from natural methods to medical interventions.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-naturliche-wege-zur-schmerzlinderung\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural Ways to Relieve Pain<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Natural Pain Relief During Childbirth<\/strong> has the advantage that it has no side effects for mother and child.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Water<\/strong> A stay in the birthing tub or under a warm shower has a cramp-relieving and relaxing effect.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Movement and Positions:<\/strong> Changing positions can work wonders. Doing pelvic tilts on a stability ball also helps the baby descend deeper into the pelvis.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Massages and Acupuncture:<\/strong> Gentle pressure on the lower back by a partner or acupuncture by the midwife relieves the pain stimulus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"h-die-pda-ein-abwagen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The PDA: A Consideration<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If natural methods are not sufficient, many women opt for an epidural anesthetic (epidural). It is important to, <strong>PDA Risks and Benefits Compared<\/strong> to consider:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Advantages:<\/em> It almost completely takes away the pain, allowing exhausted mothers to rest and gather strength for the pushing stage.<\/li>\n<li><em>Risks\/Disadvantages:<\/em> The epidural anesthetic can weaken contractions (an IV drip to strengthen contractions is often necessary), it restricts freedom of movement (you often have to stay in bed), and it can lead to you feeling the urge to push less strongly during the pushing phase, which can prolong this phase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"h-wenn-die-natur-einen-schubs-braucht\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When nature needs a nudge<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes not everything goes according to plan, and <strong>Medical interventions in vaginal birth<\/strong> becoming necessary. This can include administering oxytocin to stimulate labor if it weakens. In the later pushing stage, if labor stalls or the baby's heart tones are poor, a vacuum extractor may be used to deliver the baby safely and quickly.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-phase-3-die-austreibungsphase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phase 3: The Expulsion Phase<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cervix is now completely (10 cm) dilated. The baby has found its way into the birth canal. The active labor now begins.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-der-ablauf-der-austreibungsphase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The course of the expulsion phase<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Course of the expulsion phase in detail<\/strong> often begins with a short break in contractions, allowing the mother to gather strength. Then the nature of the contractions changes. They become pushing contractions. You will now feel an overwhelming, reflexive urge to push along \u2013 comparable to an extremely strong urge to defecate. The baby turns through the female pelvis (a screw-like motion) deep downwards. With each contraction, you push the head further towards the exit. In the end, the head stretches the perineal area enormously (called the \u201ering of fire\u201c because it can burn intensely) until the head is born. With the next contraction, the shoulders follow, and finally, the rest of the body. The baby is born!<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-die-besten-positionen\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The best positions<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone lying on their back in bed is working against gravity. <strong>Birth positions for easier delivery<\/strong> use gravity and enlarge the pelvic outlet<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crawling position<\/strong> Relieves the back and helps with severe back pain.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hockey<\/strong> The basin diameter is maximized here.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Side position<\/strong> Ideal when you are exhausted but want to keep your hips mobile.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Standing (supported by rope or partner):<\/strong> Gravity works optimally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"h-dammriss-vermeiden\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prevent perineal tears<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many women are very afraid of birth injuries. One can <strong>Preventing perineal tears through perineal massage<\/strong>, which is regularly performed at home with a special oil starting from the 34th week of pregnancy. This makes the tissue soft and supple. During the pushing stage, the midwife can also apply warm, moist compresses to the perineum. This so-called \u201eperineal protection\u201c promotes blood circulation and helps the tissue stretch over the baby's head without tearing.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-phase-4-die-nachgeburtsphase\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phase 4: The Afterbirth Phase<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The baby lies crying and warm on your chest. But the birth is not quite over yet. The fourth and final stage is the <strong>Placental abruption and the postpartum period<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About 10 to 30 minutes after the baby is born, the uterus contracts again. These after-pains are significantly weaker than the labor contractions. These contractions cause the placenta to detach from the uterine wall. Usually, a gentle pushing effort by the mother is enough, and the placenta is born along with the fetal membranes. The midwife will carefully check the placenta for completeness. If any remnants remain in the uterus, it can lead to infections or heavy bleeding. Once the placenta is delivered, the vaginal birth is officially complete. Any birth injuries, such as a perineal tear or vaginal tear, will now be medically treated and sutured (under local anesthesia, of course).<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-teamwork-im-kreisssaal-die-rolle-der-begleitperson\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teamwork in the Delivery Room: The Role of the Support Person<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Birth is a team-based process. The <strong>Partner support in the delivery room<\/strong> (or a doula, sister, friend) is invaluable. Women who feel well-supported statistically need pain medication less often.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What the partner can specifically do:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make space<\/strong> Create a calm, protective atmosphere (dim lights, minimize disruptive noises).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Physical Support<\/strong> Lower back massages, handing over water or lip balm, assisting with position changes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>To be a lawyer:<\/strong> Communicate the woman's wishes from the birth plan to the medical staff, especially if the woman cannot speak during labor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Giving mental strength:<\/strong> Encouragement like \u201eYou're doing great,\u201c \u201eEvery contraction brings our baby closer,\u201c or synchronized breathing helps the birthing woman immensely to stay focused.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"h-fazit-vertrauen-sie-auf-ihren-korper\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion: Trust your body<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey through the <strong>Stages of Birth \u2013 How a Vaginal Birth Unfolds<\/strong> is a masterpiece of nature. From the first gentle contractions to the powerful pushing stage, you, as the expectant mother, go through a process that has been anchored in the female body for millennia.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By familiarizing yourself beforehand with the physical processes, practicing breathing techniques, and learning about pain relief options and possible interventions, you take the unknown out of birth. Always remember: every birth is unique. Sometimes plans change in the delivery room, and that's perfectly okay. The most important thing is that you feel safe, listen to your gut feeling, and trust your body. At the end of this incredible journey, the most beautiful reward awaits: the first look into your baby's eyes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wer versteht, was w\u00e4hrend der Geburt passiert, kann ruhiger damit umgehen. 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