I am getting this weird upper and lower back pain and menstrual like cramps. Can I be going into labor soon. I do have some stomach pains but I can use the potty. Does anyone know why? The back pain feels bad. I am still working at the law firm and everyone says I should go home now and rest.
2006-12-15 06:19:54 · 13 answers · asked by Idania C 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
OMG Woman, go home and rest! LOL Is this your first? When you get a rush of energy, or just absolutely got to finish something with the nursery, make sure you get someone round to yours. Don't get your hopes up too high though, because the last 2/3 weeks your body and mind plays a lot of tricks on you!
But go and rest, and take stock of your life as it is now, because soon it will all be over, and in it's place you are going to experience magic like never before!
Very best of luck to you, and enjoy every moment when your new little person becomes part of your family!
But go and rest now!!!
2006-12-15 06:30:19 · answer #1 · answered by sins 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is very possible to be going into labor, however, it could be braxton hicks. One way to help you figure out if youare in labor is walk for more than an hour, if your contractions pick up with your woalking, and stay going after you rest then you are likely in labor, if you stop waling and the contrations taper off, then you still have some time. The back pain can be attributed to the baby droping and resting on your hips, plus if you have been sitting or standing alot, then that can contribute also. Just make sure you keep track of your contractions. I prefered having a stop watch and keeping track that way. Either way, it wouldn't be a bad idea to to contact your Doc and see what he/she says.
You want to feel for your contractions to be 2-5 minutes apart for an hour or more. And as the contractions pick up, you should feel enough discomfort and pain to stop what youare doing.
Good luck
2006-12-15 06:32:31 · answer #2 · answered by Jenni 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These can either be Braxton-Hicks labor pains, or you may in fact be going into early labor. Let's also keep in mind that your baby is growing at a steady rate and is requiring more room in the womb, which also causes a great deal of discomfort for the mother. When you're able, put your feet up and get as much rest as possible. If you can sit on a pillow or donut, that may also help the discomfort in your lower body.
2006-12-15 06:26:53 · answer #3 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anytime after your 37th week, you're considered "full term."
If you're having contractions, start timing them. If you have them for an hour where they are 5 minutes apart, I'd call the doctor. If you have the "bloody show," or you're leaking water, call the doctor.
If walking, a warm bath or changing positions makes them ease up, then it's Braxton Hicks contractions and not real labor.
Go home and rest and start timing your contractions. You need to try to sleep some; if it's labor, you'll need your energy.
Good luck!!
2006-12-15 06:33:04 · answer #4 · answered by Lady J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they say your contractions must be widely used lasting 40 5 sec as much as a minute each 5 minutes or so previously you ought to pass in. nevertheless you're already 3 cm's you ought to probable pass in quickly to confirm the proportion of your effacement. I went into hard artwork at 37 weeks with widely used contractions lasting 50 seconds each 5 to six minutes. i replaced into for particular i replaced into going to wind up being sent abode back. The contractions weren't very painful and that i replaced into freaking out nevertheless because of the fact i replaced into 2 cm's and ninety% effaced. We went and found out i replaced into for particular in hard artwork. interior of four hours my son replaced into born. It stepped forward tremendously speedy. Being an hour away i might probable pass just to ascertain, you does no longer opt for to attend too long and not have the flexibility to get there in time. good luck!
2016-10-05 08:50:03 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 37wks and 2 days also...I am having the exact same pain....I've had it for a few days now.. just take it EASY because gurly it gets worse. I went to the dr yesturday and they told me that she is just coming down...that it's a good sign but if you do start feeling the tightening all over the belly and the pain at the same time for more than two hours GO TO THE HOSPITAL. Good luck! I am hoping for mine SOON!
2006-12-15 10:33:08 · answer #6 · answered by Nevaeh 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your probably in labor, and the back pain is called "back labor" and it is painful. If and when you have contractions get to the hos. From what ive been told people who have back labor tend to have fast delivery. I have two boys and had back labor and had my sons in about 20 mins lol and about 3 pushes. Be careful. And stay in tune with your body, you are more than likely in labor :) GOODLUCK and CONGRATS!
2006-12-15 06:42:02 · answer #7 · answered by jess_n_flip 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is time you start your maternity leave. It sounds to me like it won't be long before you have your baby. Of course, you need to call your ob or go in to the office to see him/her. If the pain gets worse just go to the emergency room. You are probably starting some mild labor. Congratulations and Good Luck!
2006-12-15 06:27:21 · answer #8 · answered by asouthwell28 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please go to the hospital and get chacked ouy if its not labor pains then you can go home and rest, and don`t plan on going back to work till you are able. Good luck to you and the baby
2006-12-15 06:26:50 · answer #9 · answered by railway 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
GO TO THE HOSPITAL. call your doctor on the way there. you are close to your due date- GO TO THE HOSPITAL. Alot of people actually go into labor a month before there due date, my doctor told me i could go 3 weeks before or 3 weeks after my due date in April. Good Luck
2006-12-15 06:26:59 · answer #10 · answered by Sweet Blue Sky preggo with #2 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋