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Labour Linea nigra
Lacerations LMP (last menstrual period)
Lanugo Lochia
Lightening (engagement)

Lightening (engagement)
The baby drops lower in the abdomen as he or she starts to move into position for labour and delivery. Lightening can happen several weeks before labour begins or during labour itself.