Bharti Singh delivers second baby at 41 after her water broke unexpectedly; know what it means

Bharti Singh was rushed to hospital after her water broke unexpectedly. (Picture Credit: Instagram/@bharti.laughterqueen)

Comedian Bharti Singh and her husband Harssh Limbachiyaa have become parents for the second time now. Bharti reportedly delivered the baby boy on December 19 after her water broke down in the early hours of morning. She was rushed to hospital and few hours later, she delivered the child.

Her husband was by her side when the delivery happened. In fact, she was scheduled to shoot for TV show 'Laughter Chefs' when her water broke unexpectedly.

What it means when water breaks down during pregnancy?

When water breaks during pregnancy, it means the protective fluid-filled sac around the baby has opened, causing fluid to leak or flow out through the vagina. The fluid may come out as a sudden gush or a slow, steady leak.

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Function of amniotic fluid

The function of the amniotic fluid is to help cushion the baby, support lung development, and protect against infection. So, once the water breaks, medical care becomes important.

What to expect when water breaks down

When water breaks down during pregnancy, it often indicates that a woman can go into labour any time soon. This is why it is advised to take women to hospital and let her be under observation. This helps reduce the risk of any infection and also helps keep the baby safe.

Time when water breaks during pregnancy

For most women, water breaks during the later stage of pregnancy and when she is typically near the state of going into labour. However, if water breaks before 37 weeks, it’s considered preterm and needs urgent medical attention.

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About Bharti Singh...

Bharti welcomed her first baby boy, who she named as Laksh Singh Limbachiya, on April 3, 2022. She has been married for almost 8 years now. The new mommy announced her pregnancy around 10 weeks back.

It is also true that the comedian faced a lot of flak when she announced her pregnancy each time.