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A 18-year-old female asked:

How can i help myself go into labor i'm still in early labor because i'm 2 1/2cm dilated and 70% efface?

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Dr. Orrin Ailloni-Charasanswered

Anesthesiology 31 years experience

Be patient. : Every labor pattern is different. Good luck!

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