Definitions:

1. A regularly recurrent spasm of pain that is characteristic of childbirth. NOUN
   • The doctor explained that labor pains are a normal part of childbirth and discussed pain relief options available to her.
2. Refer to the contractions of the uterus experienced by a woman during the process of childbirth. NOUN
   • She began to feel labor pains early in the morning, signaling that her baby would soon arrive.

Synonyms:

• birth pangs
• constractions
• labor