I was in what i felt was labour (couldn't talk during contractions) for 11 hour and was still at 2-3, 25% effaced, which i'd been at for 2 weeks. 4 hours later DD was born and though the intensity gradually increased the pushing urge was stronger than the pain iykwim. I was told not to push as they really didn't think i could be ready. The sight of DD's crowning head convinced them. LOL.

Bec