Chapter 7, 7.2

Front

when the baby’s feet, legs, or buttocks emerge first

Back

breech birth position

Front

an incision that is made to widen the birth canal and prevent tearing

Back

episiotomy

Front

a surgical removal of the uterus

Back

hysterectomy

Front

a change in the baby’s position

Back

lightening

Front

developing a feeling of affection, with their baby immediately

Back

bonding

Front

when suction is used to attach a cuplike device around the top of the baby’s head

Back

vacuum extraction

Front

a curved instrument that fits around the sides of a baby’s head

Back

forceps

Front

the tightening or shortening of a muscle

Back

contraction

Front

opening of the cervix

Back

dilation

Front

when the mother’s abdomen and uterus are surgically opened and the baby is removed

Back

cesarean section