When I was pg w/ my 1st, I delivered at 37 weeks. What are the chances of having my second early as well?

Question

Im 32 weeks now and think I am already beginning to lose my mucus plug.

Answer 1

You just never know. My water broke at 34 wks with my first, 3 hr easy labor. My water broke at 37 wks with my 2nd, 3 hr easy labor. You'd expect the 3rd to be fast too, right. I was afraid to leave the house. I went the full 40 weeks and he took 12 hrs!

A friend at work went 40 wks-12 hrs, 37 wks-2 hrs, 39 wks-6 hrs, 38.5 wks -8 hrs. I could go on and on!

I have dozens of friends and patients who have had the same experience. Depending on the reason, a previous early delivery does increase the chances you may deliver early again. But you just never know.

Answer 2

37 weeks is not all that early, and thirty two weeks is not too scary. My son was that early, and there were not many problems and none were too serious. If you just think you are losing your mucus plug, then you probably have not. It is pretty obvious when you do. Don't worry so much and try to relax. Probably should call to see your doctor tomorrow or soon.

Good luck.

Answer 3

It is safe to have a baby at 32 weeks. My son was born at 32 weeks and now is a very healthy 14 year old boy.Don't panic if you do go into labor at this time the Dr's will know what to do. Just keep you feet up and don't do anything but sit or lie on your left side.Take it easy,and good luck.

Answer 4

My first was 10 days early and my second was 22 days early

Answer 5

I had my first at 39 weeks, and am now 22 weeks pregnant with my second. I am expecting another earlybird, because I have heard that second pregnancies are usually earlier than the first (even if the first was late)

Answer 6

chances are pretty good. i had my first at 36, and it continued in the same pattern, 35-37 weeks with my 3 after. its usually a pattern. good luck!