Adelyn's gums are now ridged and may look at first like teeth are about to erupt.
During labor, the amniotic fluid that surrounds the baby equalizes the pressure of the contractions, so one part of the baby's body is not pressed more than another. The amniotic fluid also prevents contractions from interfering with the blood flow from the placenta to the baby.
a good reason not to allow premature rupture of the membranes! they will 'break' on their own when it's time. :) so excited you're getting close!
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