obesity and labor

[mrs_palomo08]

Do u guys think that being obese could affect the labor process?  I've been having contractions since Tuesday and losing my mucus plug since then. I lost a lot of mucus yesterday and still no baby. I was 2cm dilated on  Tuesday and 30% effaced. It's now Friday and I'm starting to worry about the well being of my child. I called l&d and they said there was nothing they could do if my contractions aren't consistent. I'll b 39 weeks tomorrow.  Someone please help me!

[mrs_palomo08]

Thanks ladies.  I guess I'm just nervous because with both my girls as soon as i started feeling cramps my contractions got stronger and consistent and i delivered the next day with both. That's why I'm anxious about this one, because I've been having contractions since Tuesday and it's Friday and still no baby. I just want him to be healthy!

[wayfunmommy]

That's all part of the early labor process. It can take days or even weeks.

[marindamqz]

You're fine, the next time they check you you'll be further dilated. I had contractions but nothing persistent. When I was checked, I was dialating. Just keep track of them and have patience :)