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Im 39 1/2 weeks pregnant n my cervix is not open yet. what will help my cervix open up?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Time: Everyone dilates and goes into labor slightly different and there is really no way to speed up nature. Some believe increasing exercise and walking will help. Some believe increasing the frequency of intercourse will help. As long as your doctor says all is proceeding normally then be patient and good luck.

Answered 5/12/2013

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