A member asked:

I am pregnant again but i want to have a vaginal birth since this would be the first time what's the chances of me going in labor at 36-40 weeks?

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Dr. William Jenkins answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Very good,: 40 weeks' is your due date. Even if you don't go into labor you can be induced and deliver vaginally

Dr Colegrove agreed

Answered 7/21/2014

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Vaginal birth: This is something that you and your OB will decide at the time of delivery. Good luck

Answered 7/21/2014

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A member asked:

I am pregnant again but i want to have a vaginal birth since this would be the first time what's the chances of me going in labor at 36-40 weeks?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. William Jenkins answered

Dr Colegrove agreed

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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