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Im 4cm dilated 80% effaced n lost plug but have no/irregular contractions. its my 3rd how long could it take n what can i do to get things moving?

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Dr. Charles Li answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Relax: Stay hydrated; walk around when you can. It sounds like it will happen soon enough. Good luck!

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 6/17/2013

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