I went to bed- nothing unusual about that. I just could not get comfortable. I then started to have really sharp pains across my stomach in line with my bellybutton. Sitting up helped slightly, but it took them nearly half an hour to go away. I had the same pains 'down below' at my cervix. Also had 3-5 second long period type cramps at the bottom of my back for a short time too. The pressure was immense. Does anyone know what it was?
2006-12-07 08:01:09 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Those were probably false labor pains. As long as the contractions aren't coming regularly you should be okay, but then again I'm not a doctor. I would definitely let your doctor know what's going on just in case.
2006-12-07 08:04:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like stretching tendons which caused a braxon hicks contraction. The sharp pain is stretching, sitting up helps take the pressure off the tendon, since laying down causes it to pull away from the body.
The pressure is a contraction.
The cramps in your back, if theyre localized and stayed there and didnt crawl across to your belly, or happen at the same time as your belly, are just muscle cramps. Although with braxon hicks and full on contractions you quite often have lower back pain. as well.
Its normal.
You shouldnt have more than 6 of those intense pressure feelings in an hour. If they start up and you have a couple close together, go lay down with a glass of water until they go away. If they dont, and you have more than 6, head for the hospital.
2006-12-07 08:06:40 · answer #2 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like Braxton Hicks, or pre-labour pains. They should usually go away on their own but if they don't, see your midwife or doctor. The below website has more information on Braxton Hicks so you know what to expect:
http://www.babycentre.co.uk/pregnancy/antenatalhealth/physicalhealth/braxtonhicks/
Good luck with the birth and the new baby!
2006-12-07 08:14:02 · answer #3 · answered by Laura W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be false labor. Your body is getting ready to have the baby. When the real thing happens the pains will last around 1 minute. If they don't stop or continue to get worse call your ob and get yourself checked. When I would get cramps drinking water always seemed to help.
2006-12-07 08:06:38 · answer #4 · answered by puggas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These are braxton hicks they mild practice contractions, these will continue right until the end of your pregnancy until real labour kicks in. Im 38 weeks and sometimes they are that srong they take my breath away! Just breath through them..you will defintaley know when real labour takes hold..:) good luck
2006-12-07 20:33:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like Braxton-Hicks, kind of 'practice' contractions. It's your body getting ready for the birth.
2006-12-07 08:07:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Those were most likely braxton hicks contractions, but I really advise you to call your doctor and check to see how far your dilated. Good Luck with your labor!
2006-12-07 08:15:01 · answer #7 · answered by MILF101 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Braxton-Hicks. Practice pains. If you're worried ring your mid-wife. Good Luck.
2006-12-07 08:05:04 · answer #8 · answered by Trizzy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
properly fortunate you!! for feeling super! i choose shall all of us say that lol as for going into labour quickly. i wouldnt advise it. no longer yet! you may quit labour is you commence going into it. i recon you're able to do this except you elect your toddler to be in well being facility for some weeks when you go away. because of the fact their lungs arent completely waiting yet. no longer till 37 weeks. so attempt carry it in mom submit to!!! stable luck!
2016-10-05 00:33:43 · answer #9 · answered by hobin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could of been gas, baby is moving around to a down ward position or braxton contractions they happen before you give birth. (fake contractions). good luck and relax, and congradulation on your new baby.
2006-12-07 08:04:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋