Question

The average length of active labor in a first birth is _____.

A. several days
B. about 12 hours
C. about 8 hours
D. a few minutes

Answer 1

B. about 12 hours

Step-by-step explanation:

Labour is divided into 3 stages. The first stage is the dilation of the cervix, the second stage is the birth of the baby, and the third stage is the delivery of the placenta. For first-time mothers, labour takes around 12 to 14 hours. Women who have undergone childbirth before can expect about 7 hours of labour.