Your mucus plug is a magical thing that keeps baby safe during the first couple of trimesters, but …
Signs of Labor
What are the signs of labor? What are the things you can expect to happen before knowing that your cervix is starting to open.Ā Learn more about the signs of labor here.
40 weeks + a day and No Sign of Labor?
They give you a due date meaning baby will be OUT around then, right? But what if you hit that due …
What to Do When You’re Having Contractions
Having contractions can feel like -- "oh my gosh, is this it" but there are some questions you …
How to Dilate Faster
Are you looking to have your baby sooner rather than later? Are there things you can do to make …
Can Labor Start While Sleeping?
Maybe you're going to sleep and wondering if something will start tonight, or just idle curiosity -- …
What Cervix Dilation Should You Be at 36 Weeks of Pregnancy?
So you go in for your 36 week check-up and you agree to a cervical exam. What should your …
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I’m 2 cm Dilated? How much longer?
You might have been checked in the office at one of your appointments -- and been told your cervix …
What is Cervical Ripening?
Cervical ripening is the process from which the cervix turns from hard like rubber into soft and …
4 Signs You’re Almost In Labor
As a busy, soon-to-be mom, youāre likely keeping an eye out for the signs labor is coming …
Signs You Are Dilating: Symptoms of cervical dilation
Dilation is a signs that your cervix is opening and labor may be close! But, since most of us …
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Diarrhea at 38 Weeks Pregnant: Ā Is it a sign of labor?
Having diarrhea can be a sign of labor, it can also be a sign that you had something that didn't sit …
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What is an “Unfavorable Cervix”? What does it mean for your labor?
You may hear that you have an "unfavorable cervix" and you have no idea what that means.... Let's …
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Do Most Women Go Into Labor at Night?
You might be wondering if there is a time of day that you are more likely to start contractions than …
Symptoms of Lightening: Is 35 Weeks to Early?
People may ask you if your baby has "dropped" yet, or your provider may say that baby has dropped -- …
Signs of Labor
Knowing if you're going into labor will dominate a good part of your time as you get closer to your …
Cramping at 24 Weeks Pregnant
Cramping during your second trimester of pregnancy can be worrisome. What should you do if …
39 Weeks Pregnant with Extreme Fatigue & Tiredness
Are you headed towards you due date and feeling a TON of fatigue as you go about your day. …
How Dilated Are You When You Lose Your Mucus Plug?
Losing you mucus plug sounds as magical as it is... but what does that surprise when you wipe or …
How Long Can You Stay 1 cm Dilated?
Are you pregnant and curious about how long you might stay 1cm dilated? As a soon-to-be mom, it's …
When Will the Hospital Admit You For Labor?
When should you go the hospital to have your baby? Most people don't want to go to the …
Increased Baby Movements Before Labor
Do you notice baby moving more and wonder if it's a sign of labor? In general baby's movements …
Light Pink Spotting Discharge at 38 Weeks Pregnant
If you're having some light pink spotting you may wonder what's going on. For much of your early …
Bleeding at 20 Weeks of Pregnancy
Vaginal bleeding at any point during pregnancy can make you really worried. But, the worries change …
36 Weeks Pregnant and Feeling Pressure “Down Below” — What’s wrong?
Feeling like baby is REALLY moving into your birth canal as you get further into your pregnancy? …
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Where do You Feel Contractions?
Are you feeling contractions? If so, it's important to know where they feel strongest. Contractions …
36 weeks Pregnant – Cervix is 1 cm dilated: When will labor start?
At your 36 week check-up your doctor might ask you if you want a vaginal exam to check how dilated …
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34 Weeks Pregnant: What are the symptoms of preterm labor?
At around the 34th week of pregnancy, you might be wondering when labor will start. It's normal to …
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Is a Headache an Early Sign of Labor at 38 Weeks: Is something wrong?
Who has headaches in pregnancy {everyone raises their hand}. Is a headache a sign of LABOR? …
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Do You Lose Weight Before Labor?
One question that often comes up during pregnancy is whether or not you lose weight before labor. …
Stomach is Hard In my Third Trimester — is that OK?
If you're pregnant and feeling a hard stomach, you may be wondering if something is wrong. In most …
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37 Weeks Pregnant & Having Period Pains? What it means from a labor nurse
Are you experiencing any period-like pains at 37 weeks pregnant? You're definitely not alone! In …
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37 Weeks Pregnant Lots of Movement and Pressure
Are you 37 weeks pregnant and experiencing a lot of movement and pressure? You're not alone! Most …
Period Pains and Backache On and Off at 36 Weeks of Pregnancy — Is it Labor?
Are you 36 weeks pregnant and experiencing period-like pains and backache? Congratulations - you're …
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