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Re: Beginning of Labor

From: Amy (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 11 Feb 2002 16:09:17 -0600 (CST)

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At Mon, 11 Feb 2002, Amy wrote: >
>Last Tuesday my OB checked and I was one centimeter dilated. On
>Thursday I lost my mucous plug and on Friday I was 2-3 centimeters
>dilated. I haven't really felt any contractions even though a
>non-stress test picked up on some that I had on Friday. I do feel
>occasional slight tightening. Has labor started or does it start when I
>start having stronger contractions? How long could I stay at 2-3
>centimeters? I am 37 weeks tomorrow and my OB and perinatal doctor want
>me to deliver by 38 or 39 weeks because the baby was measuring small.
>Will lots of rest keep labor at bay or will it just come when it comes?
>
>Thanks

-- Amy,

The occasional slight tigtening you are feeling can very well be cntractions (early labor). They can persist for some time. Or, they could also be braxton hicks, but doubtful of that since your cervix is making change. Labor is defined as having regular, strong contractions that make your cervix dilate and efface. My last regnancy, I was 3-4 cms for over a week. I know that sounds strange. I am guessing you could stay at 2-3 cms for a good week, maybe more. Sometimes the body will "stall out" and things will pick back up when it's ready. As the docs always told me: resting will not stop true labor. Best Wishes! Not too much longer for you it sounds, enjoy!

Amy

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