Dilated ?

[Mariana_18]

ill be 36 weeks tomorrow & I was wondering when does the doctor start telling/checking you if you're dilating?  

[EEB1219]

Checking is pointless. It doesn't tell you anything since you can go into labor before you're dilated or be at 4 cm for weeks.

[finallyanours]

I wanted to have a VBAC with my 3rd and had 3 drs try to talk me out of it. I was determined to try and found out the reason they didn't want me trying was because from the minute I was admitted to the hospital an OR team had to be at the ready in case of emergency. I attempted it anyway. It didn't happen because my pelvis is to small and she got stuck so I ended up with another C-section. But, it is your decision and if it is what you want I say go for it!

[Chrissylpr]

Good question, I'm supposed to have a c section but I'd love for vbac but some already are dilated at 37weeks. Which is when my section is scheduled. My OB knows I'd love for a vaginal birth but doesn't want to stress my body or baby. High risk here and just nervous.

[kkay18]

My doctor don't start til 38 weeks but I'm 36 weeks and already dilated 1 cm and 40% ...they checked wenn I went to the hospital...

[Kjens12]

My doctor checked starting at 36 weeks. Some do no check because it is not necessary information. Some mom's don't dilate until labor and others can be stuck at a 4 for weeks.

[niki137]

It depends on the dr. Mine only started at my 36 week appointment, but it was at 36+5. You can always ask, but some do not check.