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How many cm's dilated do you have to be before you can give birth?
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Most list 10 cm: The general expectation is that the cervix dilates out to 10 cm to define the stage listed as "complete" or completely dilated. Delivery is short order is expected when someone reaches this point.
Answered 5/1/2018
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