I'm currently 39 weeks pregnant, and my cervical length is showing up as 3.5 cm. I'm kind of worried and curious to know what the ideal cervical length should be for a vaginal delivery. Also, is there anything like exercises or other ways to increase cervical length, or should I even be thinking about that?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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A cervical length of 3.5 cm at 39 weeks is actually considered good enough for a vaginal delivery. Ideally, a cervical length of 30-40 mm (or 3-4 cm) at 20 weeks is considered normal for a vaginal delivery.

As for increasing cervical length, it's not something you can directly control. However, maintaining a healthy pregnancy through regular prenatal care, a balanced diet, and staying hydrated can support overall cervical health.

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