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Once your contractions are coming at relatively regular intervals and your cervix begins to progressively dilate and efface, you're officially in labor. But unless your labor starts suddenly and you go from no contractions tofairly frequent and regular contractions right away, it can be tricky to determine exactly when true labor starts. That's because early labor contractions are sometimes hard to distinguish from the inefficient Braxton Hicks contractions that may come right before, contributing to so-called false labor.
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dealsYou may also notice an increase in mucusy vaginal discharge, which may be tinged with blood ¨C the so-called bloody show. This is perfectly normal, but if you see more than a tinge of blood, be sure to call your caregiver. Also call if your water breaks, even if you're not having contractions yet.
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