labor pains

• Douleurs et contractions rythmiques de l'utérus ressenties par la femme pendant l'accouchement, provoquant inconfort ou douleur à mesure que le col de l'utérus se dilate et que le bébé progresse dans le canal génital.

The rhythmic contractions of the uterus experienced by a woman during childbirth, causing discomfort or pain as the cervix dilates and the baby is pushed through the birth canal.

1. Childbirth contractionsB2formal

   The rhythmic, painful contractions of the uterus during childbirth that help to dilate the cervix and push the baby out.

   douleurs du travail

   • She was admitted to the hospital when her labor pains started.
   • The nurse monitored the frequency of her labor pains.
   • Labor pains can last for several hours before delivery.

2. Difficult beginningsC1informal

   The initial difficulties or challenges experienced when starting a new project, business, or creative work.

   douleurs de l'enfantement

   • The startup went through labor pains before becoming profitable.
   • Every new artistic project has its labor pains.
   • The team endured the labor pains of developing the software.