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How long it lasts: Early labor is unpredictable. For first-time moms, the average length of early labor is six to 12 hours. It's often much shorter for subsequent deliveries. What you can do: Until your contractions increase in frequency and intensity, it's up to you.
Strong contractions every 5 minutes for an hour. Contractions that you are unable to walk through. A noticeable change in your baby's movement, or if you feel less than 10 movements every 2 hours. Any symptoms of true labor contractions if you are not yet 37 weeks.