and ever since each time i use the restroom i have diarreah. Is this a sign that labor is soon? I also have bad cramps every now and then and some back pain.
2006-12-23 09:38:13 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
The loss of the mucus plug and the diarrhea are both signs of labor. Since you are having bad cramps every now and then along with the diarrhea, I would watch out for other signs. And if you start feeling like you have to push when you go potty, DON'T. At that point you need to go to the hospital.
Congrats. The same thing happened to me 26 years ago and I kept sitting around complaining that I was uncomfortable, and when I finally went into the hospital Christmas morning, my daughter was born 45 minutes later.
2006-12-23 09:52:30 · answer #1 · answered by nana4dakids 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
congradulations on your pregnancy! i just had my baby november the 18. i have heard from doulas and midwives that this is not always a sign of labor and that in some cases, the plug is lost gradualy throughout pregnancy or all at once. In my case, i went into labor the same day. it just depends on the pregancy. since you mentioned back pain you might be having back labor. My contractions felt like the worst cramps that i have ever had. Start timeing the time between your contractions. they will get closer and closer. when they get about 5 minutes apart go to the hospital triage.
2006-12-23 11:23:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't have much experience with pre-labor (both of mine were born within 2 hours for the first and 4 hours for the second....hope yours is just as quick!) anyway you sound very close to me, have a nice warm bath, double check the stuff in your bag and try and have a sleep. The back pain and cramps are more than likely mild contractions. Good luck xx
2006-12-23 10:15:58 · answer #3 · answered by xoclairexo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you called your doctor and told him/her that you lost your mucus plug? If not, I think you should definitely do that. I think labor may be close for you, but sometimes it can still take awhile. When you do have contractions, I would DEFINITELY TIME AND COUNT THEM. I also have diarrhea and back pain, but yesterday my doctor said I'm not dialated or effaced yet. But since you lost your mucus plug, you need to keep a close eye on everything your body does. Goodluck and hopefully you get to hold your baby soon.
2006-12-23 10:58:27 · answer #4 · answered by Cali03 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congrats, I am 36 1/2 weeks and lost mine Wednesday, I am at 5 cm and 75% effaced but still no baby. I know a lot of people loose theirs and hold out for awhile while some go right away. I hope you get your baby soon, mine is stubborn
2006-12-23 09:58:36 · answer #5 · answered by Traci C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you're in pre-labor. It can last a couple days and can take place hours, days, or even weeks before you actually go into labor. You might notice belching, your "nesting instinct" kicking in, and so on. Try to take it easy-- don't try to scrub the house from top to bottom all by yourself! It's definitely a good sign what you're feeling right now!
2006-12-23 09:42:39 · answer #6 · answered by chamely_3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it's usually a sign of early labour. Inform the hospital that you lost your mucous plug and ask for instructions. Also start timing contractions. Your back pain and cramps might be mild contractions.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Maybe Christmas baby?!?!?!
2006-12-23 09:41:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I lost my mucous plug, yet no longer dialated and that i had my infant a million week after. as rapidly as i grew to become in no longer uncomplicated paintings, it took til the third day to furnish transport. i grew to become dialated 2 cm for 3 days. it honestly relies upon. it would be the following day or in some days. no longer user-friendly to tell. Congrats!
2016-10-28 06:07:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You've been in labor before you lost your mucus plug
2006-12-23 09:49:22 · answer #9 · answered by Vick'e 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ur there not long to go anymore
better call the daddy .. its gonna pretty soon i guess ,,,,
this is reallllllllllllllllllllllly exciting ... best of luck try relaxing and breathing nice and slow .
CONGRATSSSSSSSSSS might be a christmas baby
hope u have an easy labour
2006-12-23 09:44:46 · answer #10 · answered by Zeina B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋