Question

What initiates labor

Answer 1

I think it might be hormones not sure.

Answer 2

The average length of human pregnancy is said to be 280 days or 40 weeks. However, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists classes term pregnancy as 37-42 weeks of pregnancy. Almost one third of pregnant women do not give birth within ten days of their expected due date. If you happen to be one of those women whose pregnancy goes past 40 weeks with no sign of baby’s arrival, you understand how hard waiting can be. You probably feel as though you will be pregnant forever. Everyone around you is impatient for news of your baby’s arrival. Your care provider may even start hinting about induction dates if your baby isn’t born by a certain time - See more at: https://www.bellybelly.com.au/birth/what-causes-labor-to-start/