I was 1cm dialated and stayed in the hospital cause I had consistant contractions but it took me 25 hours to deliver my baby. So I would say you know when you need to go to the hospital.I wish I would have prepared myself a little more I woudl have stayed home instead a lot longer than I did.
yeah it all depends. I walked around with all 3 of my preganncies at 8cm+ for over a week each time. Heck.. with baby #2 I was 100% effaced and 8cm for 3 weeks before the dr stripped my membranes and I FINALLY had my baby. lol
I was sent home with a 4 cm dilation, I think 5 you stay of if your contractions are regular