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cervical ripening
The process that prepares the cervix for labor, making the cervix soft and thin. Cervical ripening either occurs naturally or can be accomplished artificially using prostaglandins or misoprostol.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Parenting
- Category: Pregnancy
- Company: Everyday Health
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