Active Labor Begins

Labor progresses from the early signs of discomfort and straining over the dung pile to a visible dialation of the vulva. At this point close observers may actually see contractions signaling the beginning of active labor.

10:30 AM - Active labor has begun. The vulva has dialated and it is possible to see contractions taking place. In this photo you can see a slight bulge where the cria's head is starting to present itself.