my daughter is 37 weeks.today she is really fealing a lot of pressure down below where the babys head is it looks to me like her stomach droped.please tell me what this means. thankyou i domt mean to be dumb but i never had that happen to me.because like i said my babys were all side ways.forgot to say she cant even stand strait.its not real painful just a lot of pressure.
2006-10-26 07:08:38 · 6 answers · asked by bassetluv 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
Hi concern grandma :-) have her call the doctor they will probably tell her that is normal...the reason I tell you to call is just to have it documented that she did gave them a call...now if is only pressure it probably means the baby is getting ready for labor.. okay but if she feels discharge of any kind or pains that come and go (like trying to go to the bathroom #2) those are contractions...but in any case when in doubt don't hesitate and call or go to the emergency room.
Good luck and best wishes with the new bundle of Joy!! God Bless
2006-10-26 08:10:51 · answer #1 · answered by karaya6 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At around 37-38 weeks a woman typically experiences "lightening" where the baby's head drops down into the pelvis in preparation for birth. An ultrasound done by the doctor should determine which position the baby is in.
2006-10-26 14:12:52 · answer #2 · answered by Blue Jean 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the baby is dropping down and putting more pressure on her cervix.
She can make herself more comfortable by doing pelvic rocking.
You don't need an u/s to determine fetal position. A skilled caregiver can figure it out by feeling mom's belly.
2006-10-26 14:13:00 · answer #3 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It probably means that her baby has dropped. Meaning it has gone into the head down position and has engaged its head in her pelvis waiting for delivery. Doesn't mean she will have it right away. Just means your one step closer to a vaginal birth. Good luck and congrats.
2006-10-26 15:12:42 · answer #4 · answered by Mrs. Always Right 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have her call her doctor, she should probably go in. She might be in labor, But I am not a doctor. the pressure could be her dilating or water about to break. I have heard it can feel like a lot of pressure until it breaks.
Always when in doubt (or pain) call the doctor.
2006-10-26 14:13:58 · answer #5 · answered by The Invisible Woman 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it means the baby is getting into the position to be born. its not too early for this at 37 weeks pregnant. its very normal
2006-10-26 14:13:22 · answer #6 · answered by jeanjean 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋