How long does it take for cervix to dilate?

Question

Hi doctor,

I have had contractions since I was six months pregnant, and tomorrow is my due date, according to the results. I have had a bloody discharge since yesterday. Until now, the contraction continues but is not that painful, and my cervix was 3 cm open 24 hours ago. What is the best option to do? I am taking six capsules of evening primrose oil daily, and this is my second child.

Kindly advice.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Please send me your previous obstetrician history about the birth of your precious child, at which gestation, and how long was the labor. Normally, mild uterine changes start from the late seventh month to prepare the body for delivery. Gradually these changes become more prominent near delivery. Mild irregular contractions could occur near labor, but established labor or just labor pains are better to differentiate. Have you been feeling chronic pains two to three times in 10 mins? Was the baby's electronic fetal monitoring CTG done? If done, is it normal? Mild reddish discharge could come at the start of labor. Walking is better if you do not have proper contractions or established labor with good fetal movements and CTG. It will help you very much and very fast. If labor is established, then I hope it will progress gradually. Artificial pains can be induced by injection, sweeping, and stretching membranes to stimulate labor. It depends on your baby's current situation. Without any complication, the wait could be done. Term six days with the exact calculated date of delivery. Have a proper discussion with your obstetrician regarding your examination findings and fetal monitoring. If you want to discuss this further, send me your recent examination, fetal monitoring, CTG, etc.

Best of Luck.