I've been having contractions approximetely every 20 minutes since about noon (its 3:15 where I am). The contractions are painful but not the kncok your breath away painful people talk about on here. I have had 3 other children and was induced with all of them so I don't know if that has shaded my view of how painful these are. My question is does this sound like I may be in the early stages of labor and at what point should I have my husband come home from work? (he works about a 10-15 minute drive away)
2007-03-04 08:17:56 · 8 answers · asked by autumnofserenity@sbcglobal.net 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I have always been told to go to the hospital when you can't talk through the contractions. Every 20 minutes is still pretty far apart. I wouldn't call your husband until they become closer together. 10-15 minutes isn't very far away, he can get home pretty quickly if he needs to. I don't think your in labor yet, and if you are, it's very early labor.
2007-03-04 08:27:41 · answer #1 · answered by elizabeth32132 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like your body is getting ready.
Take advantage of the contractions by taking a HOT shower.
My doctor said when you get contractions, aim the HOT water on your lower back and on your chest. If it's real labor, it will intensify. If it's Braxton Hicks, you'll just be cleaner.
But, you may want to wait until someone is home with you.
And, you're contracting at the same rate for the last 3 hours.
You may continue this way for awhile OR you may drop down to every 10 minutes for 3 hours.
2007-03-04 16:23:50 · answer #2 · answered by kabmiller@verizon.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds good...
With my labour I had excactly what you described for about 16 hours before I went into full labour. As this is your 4th though anything could happen so I suggest you get your husband to come straight away just in case!
2007-03-04 16:26:31 · answer #3 · answered by cigaro19 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi it sounds very much like you are in labour id phone the hospital for advice id get your husband there with you now to support you. These things can happen quick and every labour is different hope things go ok and hope this helps good luck
2007-03-04 16:26:24 · answer #4 · answered by katie j 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it can change in a heartbeat. I would call him now. Even if it's just the early stages, you're going to need his help in keeping you comfy and entertaining the kids(if they're still there). Congrats and I hope for a quick labor...after your hubby gets there!!!
2007-03-04 16:23:44 · answer #5 · answered by Silver B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did your Dr. tell you when to call? Usually they say to call when they are 5 mins apart, but if you feel you are in a lot of pain then I would get to the hospital so they can check you out...If its nothing they will just send you home.....Good Luck!
2007-03-04 16:25:05 · answer #6 · answered by Lisa ♥'s Tim 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I say go to the hospital when you are 5 mins apart because thats what the drs always say. i also say call your husband when they are 10 mins apart in one hour. call your dr to see what he has to say but if they get too painful go the hospital
2007-03-04 16:25:11 · answer #7 · answered by ladidadida 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes call your husband you could have that baby any minute
2007-03-04 17:04:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋