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I am 38+4 wks, dilated to a 3, effaced at 60%. i got a membrane sweep today. how good are my chances that i will go into labor this weekend?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Soon: There really are no guarantees. But the team is doing all they can to stimulate this naturally.

Answered 9/17/2015

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A member asked:

I am 38+4 wks, dilated to a 3, effaced at 60%. i got a membrane sweep today. how good are my chances that i will go into labor this weekend?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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