Birth — Vaginal

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

: A birth where instruments like forceps or a vacuum are used to help guide the baby out of the birth canal.

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

: Occurs after the baby is born and concludes with the delivery of the placenta, often called the "afterbirth". Types of Vaginal Birth

: A planned attempt to deliver vaginally for women who have previously had a C-section. Benefits and Risks : Labor is started or stimulated by healthcare

According to the Cleveland Clinic , vaginal birth offers several advantages, though it does carry potential risks: Vaginal Delivery - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

: Labor begins and progresses on its own without medical intervention. Types of Vaginal Birth : A planned attempt

: Starts with full cervical dilation and ends with the delivery of the baby. During this phase, the mother begins to push to move the baby through the vagina.