There is no single rigid absolute maximum time limit for labor, but prolonged labor carries medical risks that doctors closely monitor. The first stage of labor (from regular contractions to full 10-centimeter dilation) can last anywhere from 12 to 24 hours for a first-time mother, sometimes stretching even longer. However, once a mother enters the active second stage of pushing and delivery, obstetricians generally prefer delivery to occur within a few hours to ensure the health and safety of both mother and baby.
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