What occurs after the cord is cut?

• A. A Couple Of Mild Contractions And Then Placenta Delivers
• B. Immediate Placenta Delivery
• C. Placenta Delivered With Heavy Contractions
• D. No Contractions Occur

Answer: (A)

After the baby is born, the placenta is expelled during the third stage of labor through ongoing uterine contractions. These contractions are usually mild and occur in quick succession, enough to detach the placenta from the uterine wall and push it out through the birth canal. So a couple of gentle contractions followed by placental delivery is the typical pattern. The other ideas—immediate delivery without contractions, heavy contractions, or no contractions—don’t fit because placental expulsion relies on these mild contractions to detach and propel the placenta safely while helping to tighten the uterus and reduce bleeding.