Instrumental Delivery

Instrumental Delivery (also called Assisted Vaginal Delivery) is a type of childbirth where a gynaecologist or obstetrician uses special instruments to help guide the baby out of the birth canal during a vaginal delivery.

When is Instrumental Delivery Needed?

It's used when:

• The mother is too exhausted to push effectively
• The baby’s heart rate drops, showing signs of distress
• Labor is not progressing
• There's a need to shorten the second stage of labor

Types of Instruments Used:

1. Forceps

• Curved, tong-like metal instruments
• Gently grip the baby’s head to help guide it out during a contraction

2. Vacuum Extractor (Ventouse)

• A soft or rigid cup attached to a vacuum pump
• Suction is applied to the baby’s head to help guide it out

Recovery After Instrumental Delivery

• Similar to normal vaginal delivery, but healing might take a bit longer if there were any tears or episiotomy
• Pain relief, sitz baths, and pelvic floor exercises can help