Near the end of pregnancy, the cervix softens to help prepare for labor. If your cervix isn't softening naturally, there are safe ways to encourage it at home. Always consult with your healthcare ...

A full-term pregnancy lasts around 40 weeks. However, sometimes labour may start early. If labour starts after 20 weeks and before 37 weeks, then it is called preterm labour or premature labour. This ...

At 9 centimetres, the cervix is almost, but not fully, open. The small remaining edge, called the cervical rim, can slow progress even as contractions intensify. This fleeting stage challenges both ...