The second stage of labor begins when the
A) placenta is delivered.
B) fetus moves down into the mother's pelvis.
C) mother experiences irregular uterine contractions.
D) cervix is completely open.

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The second stage of labor begins when the cervix is completely open, allowing for the baby to move further down the birth canal and eventually be born. Prior to this, during the first stage of labor, the mother experiences regular uterine contractions and the cervix gradually dilates. Once the cervix is fully dilated, the second stage of labor begins. The delivery of the placenta occurs during the third stage of labor.

The Second Stage of Labor Begins When the