This experimental study aims to evaluate whether the application of obstetric lubricant gel during vaginal delivery can significantly reduce the duration of the second stage of labor, preserve perineal integrity, and decrease the need for episiotomies. The study hypothesis is that lubricant gel facilitates fetal passage through the birth canal by reducing friction, shortening the expulsion phase and reducing maternal-neonatal complications. Two groups will be included: with and without gel application. Follow-up will span from admission of the pregnant woman until immediate postpartum discharge.
Signed informed consent form
Willingness to comply with study procedures
Age between 18 and 40 years
Term pregnancy (37-41.6 weeks) with active labor
Multiple pregnancy
Previous cesarean section
High-risk pregnancy (preeclampsia, uncontrolled gestational diabetes, etc.)
Presence of fever or active infection