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Is it possible for pregnant woman to give birth at exactly 36weeks?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Delivery can occur at any time during a pregnancy. In america about 1 in 8 women delivery before they reach 37 weeks.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/2/2013

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