Dilation is not something you can predict exactly; it can start days before labor or only during active labor. Just keep your hospital bag ready by week 36 so you aren't rushing at the last minute.
Dilation can begin gradually in the 37th or 38th week, but don't obsess over the numbers. It's the regular contractions that really push it forward. Just track your contractions and head to the hospital when they are 5 minutes apart.
Actually, my doctor explained that early dilation or effacement can begin in the last 2-3 weeks of pregnancy as the body prepares. But true active dilation only happens once real labor contractions start. It is different for every woman.
Haha, dilation is the ultimate waiting game! It usually starts in the last few weeks or even during active labor itself. Don't worry, your doctor will keep checking, so you don't need to do any self-inspections down there!
It usually starts slowly in the 9th month, especially in the last week! 🤰 Sometimes you can be 1-2 cm dilated for days without even knowing! Keep walking and stay happy! 😊
During my weekly checkups at the hospital in my 9th month, the doctor would check my cervix and tell me the dilation progress. You can ask your doctor or the labor ward nurse during your next scan, they will explain it clearly.
