The word "labored" is an adjective which means that something was done or said with great effort, difficulty or slowness. It can also mean that someone has experienced a lot of pain during childbirth.
Usage examples
The prisoner's labored breathing indicated the severity of his injuries.
Despite the hot weather, the construction workers labored tirelessly to complete the project on time.
The writer's labored style made the book difficult to read.
She labored over the intricate design, ensuring every detail was perfect.
The students labored through the challenging math problems, seeking solutions.
The hiker labored up the steep mountain trail, determined to reach the summit.
The artist labored for months on the masterpiece, meticulously adding layers of paint and texture.
The patient labored in pain for hours before finally giving birth to a healthy baby.
The mechanic labored to fix the engine, spending hours diagnosing the problem.
The workers labored under the scorching sun, building the new skyscraper.
I feel very old school but at the same time a lot of labor of love goes into the ice cream this way. (jessicainthekitchen.com)
Slow down Toward the end of your pregnancy, slow down and save up your energy for labor day (and beyond). (babycenter.com)
Some couples find it feels better to rock and sway in rhythm to her breathing - obviously not in labor in this picture - it's the closest I could find in my images! (sweetpeabirths.com)