When Will I Go Into Labor: A quiz to identify the signs of labor and if it is near

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This is the when will I go into labor quiz. It’s going to tell you signs of labor, predictors, possibilities of preterm labor, and early labor signs from an L&D RN.

When WILL I go into labor is something everyone asks. I will admit that this post is no labor predictor (because nothing can truly do that) but this quick will give you some signs of labor, and maybe a little predicton for when the big day will happen!

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When will I go into labor?

I’ve so been there. My mom wondered when to book her plane ticket. I mean “it’s my job” to know when ladies will go into labor. Turns out, it’s not. 😉 I think only mother nature knows that one. 😉

If I actually knew how to predict when people were going to go into labor, I’d be RICH — but I do have some things ot watch for — that can be indicators it will be soon.

Am I in labor?

A lot of you might be wondering “how do I know if I’m in labor” — don’t forget I have a whole page called Am I In Labor that goes into all of this a whole lot more. Be sure to check it out!

How did I create this labor predictor?

Good question! I’ve been a labor nurse for over 15 years and I am thrilled to offer high-quality pregnancy information. I find it my goal in life to share more about pregnancy to everyone out there. I’m thrilled to share all of it with YOU!

BTW, I don’t really believe in too many things that will make you go into labor — especially not in stuff like this.

As a reminder, all the information here at Pulling Curls is not tailored to you and your situation. Please be sure to take the advice of your doctor over the advice you read here. For instance, if you have a long drive, or you’ve had previous quick deliveries, your answers might be different.

Will My Baby Come Early?

Keep in mind this post & quiz is really a labor prediction quiz for the third trimester. You really want to be past 36 weeks before you even start to think about going into labor!

When Will I Go Into Labor Quiz

Once you answer them all, click submit — and then see your score. You’ll see your score as well as what you should be watching for!

There are 58 points possible — so, the higher you are — the more likely you are to either be IN labor, or to be headed there soon. Of course, labor can change quickly — at any minute your water could break (which adds 30 points to your total). 🙂

I bet you still have time for a prenatal class. 😉

Did that answer your labor questions?

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What is “labor”?

Labor is considered when there is cervical dilation — I have a whole post on vaginal exams, and a video here:

First Signs of Labor Approaching

Labor has LOTS of different signs — I have a full post of the signs of labor approaching, that I think you’ll really like!

And finally, looking for some more tips for labor-land — check out my friend Katie’s post all about how to surviving labor and delivery.

FAQ’s about When Will I Go Into Labor

When will I go into labor test

There really is not test as to WHEN you will go into labor. Cervical dilation won’t even give you too much info. There is a test that tells if you’re in preterm labor, but it doesn’t predict anything in the future

When will I go into labor after losing mucus plug?

I have a whole post about mucus plugs — but it mostly means you’ll have your baby in the next month. Cheers!

When can I go into labor?

Normally, we don’t stop anyone’s labor after 34 weeks, but some doctors will try up til’ 36 weeks lately. I do recommend trying to go full term though.

Can I go into labor without contractions?

Your cervix can dilate to a point without painful contractions that are rhythmic in nature. However, you will nee to have contractions to get past that point (usually 4 cm, but I have seen some not contracting at 6 cm).

Can I go into labor if baby hasn’t dropped?

Yup. Some babies drop right at the end.

Can I go into labor at 1 cm dilated

Yes, everyone starts at some place. You can start labor at 1 cm but that would still be considered early labor up until 6 cm or so (it used to be 4 cm).