Critical Period: Embryology As is well known, a certain organ arises much earlier or later in the embryo than certain others.
How soon after my mucus plug passes will labor begin? Passing a mucus plug is a sign that your cervix is dilating and that your body is preparing for birth. Labor could be hours, days, or even weeks away as the cervix gradually opens. The mucus plug is usually clear, slightly pink or blood tinged in color. It can be stringy mucus or a sticky discharge.
On the other hand, some women do not see their mucus plug until well into labour. According to a member poll in the BellyBelly forums, 34% of women reported that they lost their show around 2 days prior to labour starting. A further 30% lost the show during labour and 17.65% who never saw their show at all.