The mucus may be tinged with brown, pink, or red blood, which is why it’s referred to as “bloody show.” Having sex or a vaginal exam can also disturb your mucus plug and cause you to see some blood-tinged discharge, even when signs of labor isn’t going to start in the next few days.
You may notice an increase in vaginal discharge, particularly mucousy discharge. You may lose your mucous plug completely or it may break off a little at a time. If you lose your mucus plug and it is tinged with blood, this is considered bloody show.
Usually in the last month the cervix begins to stretch and thin. This process means the lower segment of the uterus is getting ready for delivery. A thin cervix will also allow the cervix to dilate more easily.
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