I am almost 38 wks pregnant. I lost my mucus plug a few weeks ago and my doctor said today that im dilated a little but not too much(didnt say how much) im having alot more contractions but eventually they ease up, i also notice gas pains and sometimes menstrual like cramps. And im not constipated as much now(i was whole pregnancy) what does this mean?? also i am sooo uncomfortable can anyone tell me what worked for them at speeding things up????
2006-12-05 18:48:56 · 5 answers · asked by Beth B 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Orgasm, not through sex though if your plug is gone, walk ALOT,
Accupressure, find a good doula who can provide you some guidance and tell your doctor how you are feeling. They may be able to induce your labor as you are almost at term. Good luck and Congrats on your soon to be new baby
2006-12-05 18:51:55 · answer #1 · answered by binglejells2003 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could mean you are close, or it could mean nothing. I hate to say that, as I was you in April. I was 4 cm dilated, 3 weeks before my due date, and I ended up having to be induced a week AFTER my due date. My doctor said you can be dilated for a while and nothing may happen. The best advise for trying to get things started, is to walk A LOT. I hope everything goes quickly for you! Good luck
2006-12-05 19:00:19 · answer #2 · answered by Theresa M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are ALREADY in the beginning stages of labour(which it sounds like you could be) then nipple stimulation (tweaking) is supposed to intensify the contractions.
Sex (which I'm sure you feel like right now!- NOT) is supposed to bring labour on.
Remember that even if your Dr saw you today it doesn't mean that you can't go into labour today, so keep watch of your contractions and if you get too uncomfortable or are unsure go to your hospital - thats what they are there for.
2006-12-05 19:04:33 · answer #3 · answered by maxs 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consult with your Doctor for any complication cause your problem warrants a concern.
2006-12-05 18:58:18 · answer #4 · answered by JoJoBa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
SPERM (AND ORGASMS) SOFTENS THE TUBE TO MAKE IT EASIER...OR TRY RUNNING UP AND DOWN SOME STAIRS...IT WORKED FOR MY MOM!
2006-12-05 18:58:06 · answer #5 · answered by INC0GNIT0 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋