A "normal delivery," also known as a "vaginal delivery" or "natural birth," refers to the process of giving birth to a baby through the vaginal canal. It is the most common way that babies are born.

During a normal delivery, the mother goes through three main stages of labor:

• 1. Stage 1: Dilation and Effacement of the Cervix: This is the longest stage of labor and involves the cervix (the opening to the uterus) opening and thinning out. Contractions become regular and help to push the baby downward.
• 2. Stage 2: Pushing and Birth: Once the cervix is fully dilated (typically around 10 centimeters), the mother begins to push with each contraction to help guide the baby through the birth canal. This stage ends with the birth of the baby.
• 3. Stage 3: Delivery of the Placenta: After the baby is born, the placenta (also known as the afterbirth) is delivered. This stage usually occurs within a few minutes to half an hour after the baby's birth.