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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.
Best Answer: Contractions in early labor are usually under 60 seconds long. However, I tried not to watch the clock too much with my labors. I went many hours with contractions that only lasted 40-45 seconds, and then they got much stronger and closer together and the end was near.