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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.
Contractions at this stage of labor can last anywhere from 10 to 40 seconds, with 3-20 minutes in between. They may hurt, but you can usually still walk and talk during early labor contractions. How Long: Latent labor can last anywhere from a few hours to several days.