Cervical dilation means the cervix opens up to allow the baby to move from the uterus into the birth canal. Signs that your cervix is dilating include losing your mucus plug, a bloody show, and ...

Near the end of the third trimester, the cervix will soften in order to begin the process of effacing (thinning and stretching) and dilating (opening up) in preparation for your baby's birth. An open ...

The cervix can react to infections, poor hygiene, or imbalances in the vaginal environment.

Glucose tests, regular blood draws, cervical checks – the joys of routine healthcare during pregnancy truly never cease. That last one, though? You may not even have to do it. Here's what to know ...

If you’ve had an abnormal Pap smear result, your clinician might suggest doing a vinegar test on your cervix. Vinegar tests are also called white spot tests or visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA) ...

Did you know that some people are diagnosed with the term “incompetent cervix?” We have been following Madeleine Michalik on Instagram, who, after her diagnosis, is working to change the term to ...