Hi, im 40 wks 5 days, and have been getting contractions since 7:00am this morning, they range from 18 minutes to 8 minutes apart, no show and no waters which i know may not happen till im in full blown labour, some are intense, others i know are there but they dont bother me as much. How long did this stage last for you? I know every woman is different, just wondering about other's experiences? Thank you to all in advance and have a safe and happy new year!
2006-12-30 16:12:29 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Hello!
Congrats! Sounds like the little one is on the way...
That stage lasted about 12 hours for me, before it became regular. Don't wait on the water breaking either, mine never did.
2006-12-30 16:16:02 · answer #1 · answered by Kiss My Shaz 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
This lasted about a day and a half for me. The water never broke on its own,I just called my OB when the contractions got to 8 minutes apart constantly. Every woman is different though, but I think you are close. Good Luck, Congratulations and Happy New Year
2006-12-30 16:22:07 · answer #2 · answered by trishopesisters 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations... the big moment is finally here. My first labor went a full 36 hours (but it's all worth it when you hold your baby!). With the second born I was told to walk as much as possible when my labor began. Walking speeds up the process (although it also increases the pain!). So, you can try walking - but I'd contact your doctor now because you've been in labor long enough. They may want you to come in now anyway... good luck (remember to breathe!)!
2006-12-30 16:22:47 · answer #3 · answered by mJc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once they start becoming regular and are about 5 minutes apart, I'd head to the hospital. Sometimes the water breaks and sometimes it doesn't. Hang in there. Not too much longer.
2006-12-30 16:21:20 · answer #4 · answered by dmh2105 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
consume all you like as as quickly as you're in labour they oftentimes dont supply you something .. i replaced into ravenous for the time of labour and couldnt have something whilst the toddler replaced into born i made my mum pass to maccas !!!! eating does not extremely have something to do with early labour .. identity be eating all you could incase something comes up in labour and then your extremely gunna be hungry in case you haven't any longer ate before ! good success to you
2016-10-06 05:59:56 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if there down to 8 minutes start heading for the hospital, there you can be inspected to see if your dialating, some first labours are not long some are lenghty baby decides lol.
A very happy new year to you and your partner and your little bundle
2006-12-30 16:37:35 · answer #6 · answered by Bev J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have three children, and all of my labors I have had irregular contractions just like these you are explaining. I had to have an IV of pitosin, which is synthetic for oxytocin, pray you don't have pitosin! Your contractions are twice as hard! Sorry I am not trying to scare you......Good Luck
2006-12-30 16:22:55 · answer #7 · answered by veronica c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you body is preparing. Water does not always break and you may have already lost your plug without knowing it.
2006-12-31 01:52:00 · answer #8 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh! Your bundle of joy is on its way!
Good Luck ...hope n pray you have a safe n hassle free delivery n a great life thereafter!
2006-12-30 16:20:11 · answer #9 · answered by sugar candy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to contact your doctor as soon as possible.
2006-12-30 16:21:45 · answer #10 · answered by Dani 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋