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I don't believe premature labor in of itself can run in families. I would definitely just mention it to your dr at next visit since it's so soon. They may not have planned on checking, but if you have a concern that is what these appointments are also for. I would also not check your cervix anymore on your own. It can cause infection, especially if something was going on (even with clean hands it's not a good idea in pregnancy). Like Shelby said, you can be dilated for a while before anything happens, so even if you were slightly it may be ok. I think best option is to just err on side of safety and mention it to your dr so they can make sure all is ok. I'm happy you have a visit soon. Keep us posted.
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Any of you moms who have been pregnant before every checked your own cervix? I have been having this weird cramping/tightening/pain since last Thursday and my gut has been telling me that it's not just Braxton hicks. I used to check my cervix when TTC so I know what it used to feel like. I checked today and it was very very soft and open, about the width of my finger, which technically would be like 1.5-2 cm???? Freaking me out because I'm only 28 weeks. I haven't had any bleeding or anything that looks like my mucous plug or my water breaking which is a plus. My next f/u is in 2 days, but my OB office usually doesn't start checking you until 32 weeks. I don't know if I should be concerned, or to just stop looking stupid do up on the internet! Also, my mom was 50% effaced and 3cm dilated at 26 weeks with my sister who was born premature. I'm not sure if premature labor can run in the family?
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