She just went to her appt and he told her that she is not dilated. Her cervix is still closed. Is this normal or should she be dilated by now?
2007-11-19 02:28:17 · 15 answers · asked by MichaelMcE 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
No, not at all. She still has another month of pregnancy left. Most women, especially first timers, dont dilate until a few days before delivery.
2007-11-19 02:32:34 · answer #1 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is normal but every pregnancy is different hun. At 36 weeks I would say that's a good thing. You want the baby to stay in as long as possible. Once a woman starts to dilate the baby can come at any time thereafter. Trust me, the baby will arrive when it's ready. Congrats!
2007-11-19 02:35:10 · answer #2 · answered by msjventi1 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Normal. Even people who are dilated don't go into labor until their due date, or after. I was dilated to 1cm by my 28th week, and I had her at 40 weeks. Things can change in two weeks. I wouldn't worry about it. That baby will be here in a month!!!!! Awe, a Christmas baby!!! What a sweet gift!!! Congratulation's to both of you!!!!!
2007-11-19 02:46:39 · answer #3 · answered by ~Kim~ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She's fine. Sometimes women don't dilate until they are ready to be admitted. Besides, since 37 weeks is term, it's a good thing she's not dilate yet. Congrats =)
2007-11-19 02:34:51 · answer #4 · answered by bernie2u4 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Every woman and every pregnancy is different!! With my first I was 2 cm by my 36th week and was induced at 37 weeks. She still has 4 weeks to go and who knows, she may even go over her due date. Unless the doctor said there is something to worry about then just relax. Her body will progress as it feels the need to. I know you guys must be anxious, I was with my first towards the end and now I am on my second at 29 weeks waiting on pins and needles with my hubby. Congrats!!!!
2007-11-19 02:43:37 · answer #5 · answered by LosersSuck 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
very normal, some women do not dilate until a few minutes before giving birth at 40 weeks.
in fact i would venture to say it would be more abnormal had she been dilated. especially if this is her first.
2007-11-19 02:33:11 · answer #6 · answered by Havanah_A 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-09-29 12:36:17 · answer #7 · answered by thieme 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is totally normal. Sperm help soften the cervix, and once the cervix is soft, it will start to dilate. Good luck daddy and mommy!!!!!
2007-11-19 02:43:34 · answer #8 · answered by ravensgirl2k6 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She is fine...I know it is hard not to worry...but she is fine...it is completely normal for a woman not to dilate...she still has 4 weeks to dilate...be patient...and CONGRATS and GOOD LUCK
2007-11-19 02:33:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its normal she'll dialate when baby is pushing down on cervix just give it time if your ready do alot of walking, sex and if its nice where you live a motorcycle ride will start contaction i know from experiance
2007-11-19 02:36:30 · answer #10 · answered by sweetpee277 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋