🤰 Understanding Uterine Contractions During Labor Labor is your body’s natural way of helping your baby be born. Here’s what’s happening: ✅ Contraction: • The uterus tightens and becomes firm • Pushes the baby gently toward the cervix • Feels like strong waves of pressure or tightening in your belly ✅ Relaxation: • The uterus softens and becomes loose again • Baby gets a brief rest and oxygen supply improves • Gives you a short break between contractions 💡 Tip: Contractions start slow and mild