Mucus Plug

I've just lost my mucus plug and im only 35 weeks and 2 days. Does this normally start at this stage? What shall i look out for?

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You can lose bits and pieces at any stage and it does tend to grow back. However, if your mucus plug has blood mixed with it then you would need to make a call.

thank you. There was no blood but i looked like it had all come out because it filled two lots of tissue x

I would keep an eye out for other symptoms of labour x

my backs abit sore now. Im scared that she will have to go into Nicu which i dont want. Im just resting at the moment x

Mine labour was started at 3rd day when I was losting my mucus plug. Keep an eye .. same thing happened with me

Yeah but it can regenerate, like the comment above said you should only phone up when there’s blood in it if you have another appointment soon just mention it then and the midwife will explain x

i have my last appointments and scans on Tuesday xxx

aww I have my last scan on Wednesday! Last time we see them on a screen next time they will be in our arms ❤️

I know, i cant wait to be honest. Im on the list for a c sections aswell so just gotta let them know what is happening on Tuesday. She has to come out at 37 weeks anyway due to my complications so will have to see what they want to do xx

well I wish you all the luck! I’m sure you’ll be fine. Are you nervous at all?? My excitement has slowly turned to nerves now but you just got to remember the beautiful privilege at the end. I’m due 1st October so I don’t know if mine will be here this month or next 😂xxx

i wish you all the best too. I'm meant to be due the 4th October. I am nervous yeah. We will both be perfectly fine. If you need a chat or anything im always here x

Thank you lovely 😊 x

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