Daily Survival Guide

How to Deliver a Baby
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1. Time the uterine contractions.
   For first-time mothers, when contractions are about 3 to 5 minutes apart and last 40 to 90 seconds--and increase in strength and frequency--for at least an hour, the labor is most likely real and not false. Have clean, dry towels, a clean shirt, or something similar on hand.


2. As the baby moves out of the womb, its head--the biggest part of its body--will open the cervix so the res of it can pass through.


3. When the baby is out of the mother, dry it off, and keep it warm.
   If necessary, clear any fluid out of the baby's mouth with your fingers.


4. Tie off the umbilical cord.
   Take a piece of string--a shoelace works well--and tie off the cord several inches from the baby. Do not cut the umbilical cord.


5. Get to a hospital.