Does anyone have a clue of how long this could take before i go into labor?
2007-01-13 12:59:22 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Everybody is different...just keep in mind, it won`t be long now!!! Good luck on your delivery!! Congrats!!!
2007-01-13 13:05:14 · answer #1 · answered by bad kitty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was the same way for weeks before I was induced at 41 weeks because of a stress test taken on the baby. When I went for the test I had no Idea I would have to be induced due to the heart rate, but at that time I was only 2 to 3 centimeters and in labor for 20 hours and I was giving oxytocin and for hour I remain 3 to 4 until the doctor broke my water the next day. I hope you don't have to go through this. This was the longest labor time for me.
2007-01-17 09:55:28 · answer #2 · answered by 2g4u 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
is this your first pregnancy? you should try to time the contractions (cramps).. if they get regular, say every 2-3 minutes, and pretty painful.. you better check in the hospital so they can do an internal examination. in your case, the onset of labor for you has already started but still in the latent phase. once you've reached 4cm dilation, that is already the active phase..
but you should also watch out if there is a bloody show or if there is a rush of water (means your water bag already broke).. you better go to the hospital by then so they can check..
labor can be as long as 20 hours (the active phase) for 1st timers..
you can try walking around so the baby will "alight"?
goodluck! and congratulations..
2007-01-13 13:14:34 · answer #3 · answered by mcsteamyandme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only way to tell is if you are having regular contractions, time them by looking at the clock at the begining of one and seeing how long it lasts then looking at the clock at the begining of the next and timing. For example if you have a contraction at 9:30 and it lasts 45 seconds to a min and then another one at 9:38 and it lasts 45 sec to a min, they are 8 minutes apart. Most doctors tell you to wait until they are 5 min apart and 45 sec-1min long before you go to the hospitol. But I would say even if they are 10 min apart, call your doctor and let them decide what to do with you.
2007-01-13 13:05:50 · answer #4 · answered by jule9104 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are almost there! Congrats!
Here are some things to try to get labor on its way (if you want to)
nipple stimulation
walking
lots of sex
hot showers
By the way, real labor does start out like menstrual cramps so don't wait to long hun!
2007-01-13 13:08:52 · answer #5 · answered by busemomme 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i've had two children myself both labours no problems as you know you are dilated you have already had some sort of medical advice but just relax as others have said take a nice hot shower or bath if you are having contractions time them they may feel similar to period pains thinkback as to if you have lost or had what they call the plug or have your waters broke either way i have found to be standing and walking helps but everyone is different but please most of all do not listen to all the grusome stories once your there theres no turning back and it aint that bad good luck im sure you will be great
2007-01-13 13:29:51 · answer #6 · answered by leah g 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i become 2 cm for 2 months :( with my first im 37 weeks now in basic terms a million/2 cm and having the comparable contractions on and rancid there a sprint worse than the braxton hicks yet no longer good sufficient to be the actual factor did they say in the experience that your cervix become comfortable? it must be coming quickly or you ought to be waiting 3 weeks the dr informed me with my daughter it may be any day now and 3 weeks later I went in and stubborn at her via fact there become nonetheless no action yet with the 50% you have and dialated I quite have desire for you that it is going to likely be in basic terms before later sturdy good fortune anad CONGRATS
2016-12-12 10:51:15 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you're getting there.
Take hot showers. The hot water on your breasts cause nipple stimulation and cause the uterus to contract. Also, aim the hot water on your back, for the cramping.
Walking will speed things along, too.
Good luck!
2007-01-13 13:04:10 · answer #8 · answered by kabmiller@verizon.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you may be getting ready. It's hard telling, though. Whichever way, you'll have a baby any day now! Congrats!
2007-01-13 13:05:12 · answer #9 · answered by ariannaandtjsmom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this is your first it could be awhile....make sure you time your contractions to be accurate on how often have pains.
Best of luck!
2007-01-13 13:06:15 · answer #10 · answered by elprez14 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋