Does cervical mucus mean that I am about to give birth?

A woman's cervix will undergo significant changes during pregnancy. Because the fetus is grown in the uterus, the cervix will expand significantly during pregnancy. Some women find that they sometimes have cervical mucus in their bodies and think that it is time to give birth. Although cervical mucus is one of the signs of prenatal delivery, it is not absolute. So, does the presence of cervical mucus mean that birth is imminent?

How long will it take to give birth if there is cervical mucus?

Does the presence of cervical mucus mean that the baby is about to be born? First of all, we need to understand the reason for this situation. Before delivery, the lower segment of the uterus and the cervix will expand, and the nearby fetal membrane and uterine wall will gradually separate, followed by rupture and bleeding of the capillary wall. At this time, it will mix with the mucus in the cervix to form a bloody mucous secretion, which will also be discharged from the body to a certain extent. Therefore, the appearance of uterine mucus is an important sign of labor. The presence of cervical mucus is a reaction to the cervix relaxing and slightly opening. This is not a sign of labor, and the time of delivery cannot be determined based on this. It is recommended to continue observation.

What is the difference between cervical mucus and spotting?

1. Cervical mucus is a common secretion before delivery. During the entire pregnancy, the cervical mucus plug will protect the female cervix. Before delivery, the cervical mucus plug will be discharged along with other secretions in the vagina, but the amount and frequency of discharge vary from person to person. Some pregnant women can expel it completely within one day, while some pregnant women will still have mucus plug flowing out of the cervix after two days. During this period, pregnant mothers should observe its color. If the color is normal and there is no odor, there is no need to worry too much.

2. It should be noted that if the cervical mucus plug contains blood, or is brown, pink or red, it is called spotting. This is because when delivery is approaching, the cervical opening will slowly expand, and when it reaches a certain size, it will tear the capillaries of the surrounding tissues, causing vaginal bleeding.

3. Cervical mucus plug does not mean spotting, but the key lies in the color and smell of the mucus. If there is blood or blood flowing out, be sure to go to a regular hospital for examination as soon as possible, pay attention to the condition of the baby in the belly, and make preparations for delivery, and strive to provide the baby with a healthy and safe delivery environment.

In the late pregnancy, whether there is cervical mucus plug or spotting, it indicates that the baby is coming. Pregnant mothers and their families must be prepared both physically and mentally. In addition, pregnant women should pay more attention to their physical health in the late stages of pregnancy, avoid crowded places to avoid crowding, and have their family members give them more help with diet. They should also actively exercise to cooperate with delivery.