Intrapartum

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The time period spanning childbirth, from the onset of labor through delivery of the placenta. Intrapartum can refer to both the woman and the fetus.
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Antepartum
Postpartum
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Pregnancy consists of three periods: antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum.

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