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… is about 35 mm (1.4 in.) long. footnote 1 A short cervix has a length of less than 25 mm … short cervix may have an increased risk of preterm birth. footnote 2 How is it treated? If … shots), so your doctor may consider other treatments for a short cervix, such as a …
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… to open the cervix . This is the first stage of childbirth. In most pregnancies, this … you progesterone during your second and third trimesters. This may help lower your … of Membranes (pPROM) Antibiotics Related Information Bacterial Vaginosis Infertility …
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… wonder about what happens when you go into labour. There are 4 stages of labour. Some will be more challenging than … learn more about what to expect during labour. Contractions during pregnancy: What to …
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… that long-term bedrest lowers the risk of preterm delivery. footnote 1 Studies have … 2 Strict bedrest is no longer used to prevent preterm labour. But your doctor may recommend …
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Topic Overview Is this topic for you? This topic provides basic information about normal labour and delivery. If you need information on pregnancy, other types of childbirth, or the first 6 weeks …
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… also suggest that your baby get injections of RSV antibody in the winter. This may help … of problems from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection. To help protect your baby: Be … Preterm Labour Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection Sensory Processing Disorder …
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… phase is the most challenging part of labour. Because of the rapid changes and intensity of labour at this time, you may not get much … with contractions. Transition first stage labour signs Cervix almost fully dilated Baby …
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… Condition Basics What is preterm prelabour rupture of membranes (pPROM)? Before a … When PROM occurs before 37 weeks, it's called preterm prelabour rupture of membranes …
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… The second stage of labour begins with full dilation and ends with … usually facing mother’s spine. As baby’s head first emerges, it will slip back into mother’s …
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… Overview If you pass your due date and your labour does not start on its own, your doctor may want to try to start (induce) labour. Your doctor may suggest doing this for … is firmly descended (engaged) in your pelvis. Augmentation If active labour has started on …
