How long does it take for cervical mucus plug to flow out before giving birth?

There are actually signs before women give birth. For example, some women will have uterine contractions before giving birth, while some women will have cervical mucus plugs flowing out when they are in labor. The time for the cervical mucus plug to be discharged will be affected by many factors. After the cervical mucus plug is discharged, women will gradually have uterine contractions. The time for the cervical mucus plug to flow out is also different. So how long will it take for the cervical mucus plug to flow out before giving birth?

1. The maturity of each person's cervix is ​​different and needs to be judged based on the examination results. Generally, before delivery, there will be spotting, water breaking, regular uterine contractions, etc. During the discharge of the cervical mucus plug, if there is blood or blood flowing out, you should go to a regular hospital for examination as soon as possible to see if delivery is imminent. Generally speaking, most pregnant women will go into labor within 24 to 48 hours after the cervical mucus plug is discharged.

2. The outflow of cervical mucus plug after labor indicates that the cervical canal has been completely flattened, the cervical os has been dilated by about 3 cm, the fetal presenting part is at the level of the ischial spine, and the labor has entered the active phase with rapid progress. It usually takes another 4-6 hours for the fetus to be born. This is the stage when uterine contractions are the strongest and most frequent, and the pain is also the most difficult to endure. Because labor progresses rapidly and physical energy is consumed more, you should always pay attention to changes in fetal heart rate, replenish energy in time, observe the progress of labor, pay more attention to and encourage pregnant women, prepare to welcome new life, and ensure the safety of mother and baby.

3. In the late stages of pregnancy, women's cervix often shortens, lengthens and flattens due to the stimulation of hormones in the body. Therefore, the mucus in the cervical canal will be discharged at this time, which is called cervical mucus plug. Generally, about 24-48 hours after the cervical mucus plug is discharged, regular uterine contractions and delivery will occur. However, some women may not go into labor until a week after the cervical mucus plug is removed, so the specific time of delivery varies from person to person. At this time, it can only be said to be a sign of threatened labor, not the actual onset of labor. So continue to observe and also see how uterine contractions occur.