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Contractions
Definition:
The rhythmic tightening of the uterus, usually causing the cervix to dilate and allow the passage of the baby. In labor contractions get stronger, closer together and longer.
Related Terms
• Back Labor
• Bloody Show
• Braxton Hicks Contractions
• Cervix
• Labor
• Uterus
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