Since yesterday I've been experiencing menstrual-like cramps all day. When I called the hospital they said not too come in or be concerned until they are 5 minutes apart.
I don't feel like these are contractions, because people have described them to feel much worse. And I know I'm not "in labor" yet, or at least I think so.
But I'm wondering if these cramps signify a delivery earlier than my due date, and if I will be going into labor soon... or if it's just normal to have menstrual cramps a few weeks before birth.
2007-03-20 02:09:45 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
My early labor contractions felt like menstrual cramps... but if they're more than 5 minutes apart, it's still too early. Most women deliver between 38 and 40 weeks, so you're fine. I was induced the day of my 38th week because given our family history, the baby would've been huge had I waited until the 40th week. And I'm glad I did, because he was 9 pounds at 38 weeks. God knows how big he would've been had I waited any longer! Try walking around. If it's false labor, movement should help relieve the pain. If it's real, they'll only get worse with walking. Congratulations, and God bless you and your little one to come!
2007-03-20 02:18:45 · answer #1 · answered by Christina 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people can handle contractions better than others. You may not think it is contractions.. and it really could be. Make sure you try timing them and menstrual cramping is a normal feeling. Has the baby dropped yet? This could be what you are feeling as well.. which is like a deep pressure on your uterus, bladder, and pelvic area. It will not hurt anyone if you go in to get checked at L&D.. that is what they are there for and they'll get over it if you are having a false alarm. Since you are 38 wks along I would not wait around.. baby can come pretty quick if you ignore it and it has been contractions all that time. Good luck and Congrats!
2007-03-20 02:17:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What you are experiencing is probably Braxton Hicks contractions. Your body is getting ready to deliver.
By the time you're within a couple of weeks of your due date, these contractions may get more intense and more frequent, and cause some discomfort. Unlike the earlier painless and sporadic Braxton Hicks contractions that caused no obvious cervical change, these may help your cervix "ripen": gradually soften and efface, and maybe even begin to dilate a bit. This period is sometimes referred to as "pre-labor."
2007-03-20 02:18:44 · answer #3 · answered by saved_by_grace 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like Braxton-Hicks contractions.
Here is some info on them for you - good luck and feel better!
http://www.babycenter.com/refcap/156.html
2007-03-20 02:17:59 · answer #4 · answered by Theresa J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These are called Braxton-Hicks contractions. It is your body's way of preparing for delivery. good luck!
http://www.babycenter.com/refcap/pregnancy/childbirth/156.html
2007-03-20 02:13:33 · answer #5 · answered by purple_lily76 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
they are the beginnings of labour - or braxton hicks - you will i predict be having a baby soon . bake a chocolate cake and eat it - seriously this works and you will be in full labour in about 12 hours
2007-03-20 02:14:59 · answer #6 · answered by pinkchampagne 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
They could be braxton hicks contractions. I'm not sure if that's the right spelling.
2007-03-20 02:14:01 · answer #7 · answered by DeborahDel 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you are probably experiancing false labour or braxhick's contractions i had over 40 hours of false labour. mine were so bad i was wondering how would i know if i was in real labour..trust me you will know...
2007-03-20 02:14:29 · answer #8 · answered by miraclebaby_2006 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go see you doctor.
2007-03-20 02:12:08 · answer #9 · answered by JohnnyQuest 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋