Amniotomy during labor aims to stimulate and accelerate the labor process, by breaking the membranes. This procedure is generally carried out if the amniotic sac has not yet broken before labor or if labor lasts a long time. Amniotomy procedures are performed by a doctor or midwife by tearing the amniotic sac using an instrument called amnihook and amnicot. The accidental rupture of membranes is believed to stimulate the emergence of stronger uterine contractions, so that the cervix is open and the baby can be born faster. Reasons for Amniotomy during Childbirth The amniotic sac is filled with amniotic fluid and the placenta. The function of water and amniotic sac is to protect the fetus from collisions, injuries, and infections, to maintain the body temperature of the fetus to remain normal, as well as a place for the fetus to grow and develop before birth. Most pregnant women experience naturally ruptured amniotic fluid or rupture on their own, and this is considered a sign th...