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A 19-year-old female asked:

Is it possible for real contractions to be days apart?

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Dr. Andrew Blazaranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 63 years experience

Yes: Contractions occur often but become more frequent and closer together -and usually stronger- as pregnancy nears delivery.

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