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Almost 40weeks but no labor yet, discharges, yes.. whats happening?

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Not labor: Discharge is not sign of labor but a watery discharge in larger amounts is water breaking. Some women go over 40 weeks which is normal but annoying! Good luck!

Dr Weisman agreed

Answered 4/21/2015

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