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.
Important Notes to Remember. It is important to remember that while losing the mucus plug is an indication of labour, it does not mean that labour is about to begin right away. For women giving birth for the first time, the mucus plug is usually expelled days before labour begins and may often be a sign of early labour.