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38 weeks pregnant. 1cm dilated, cervix mushy. loss of mucus plug this morning along with irregular contractions and pressure. does this mean labor?

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Not yet: Coming soon. Contractions should be 7-10 minutes apart lasting 30-45 seconds.

Answered 4/23/2015

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