This week I waited 45 minutes before seeing the doctor. I'm hoping this isn't a trend!
I'm "definitely a fingertip" dilated and 50 - 60% effaced.
A fingertip dilated which is 1 centimeter will have a completely different meaning between someone with a small hand and someone with a larger hand.
Effacement is the process by which the cervix prepares for delivery. After the baby has engaged in the pelvis, it gradually drops closer to the cervix; the cervix gradually softens, shortens and becomes thinner. Effacement is measured in percentages. For example, your health care provider may tell you that you are effaced 50%, which means you are half way to being completely effaced. When you are 100% effaced or completely effaced, your cervix is paper-thin and labor is right around the corner.
I haven't gained any weight since my 30 week appointment. He reassured me that it's totally normal as long as your belly is measuring right.
I was told that things should start "happening" in the next few weeks! Stay tuned!
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