That sounds like it could have been part of your plug. Yes I do think that your increase in vaginal discharge is normal.

I have just been so worried about the thought of going this early, but I think I am finally coming to grips with if it happens it happens.
That is a great attitude to take. We can do things to help to reduce the chance of going early but sometimes these things happen. So for the next few weeks NO WORKING FOR YOU. No housework. No Washing of clothes. No Shopping. Just sit on the lounge and watch TV.