Cramping.....1cm dialated 80% effaced?

Question

They arnt regular cramps. The last one I had was about 6 hours ago. I notice the baby moving when I get them. Could they be the beginning of labor? Did anyone else start out like this? Thanks for your answers

I mean I know its not time yet. But could this be the beginning? They are different from my braxton hicks.

Answer 1

Have a lovely baby!

Answer 2

Unfortunately, mild cramping, dilation and effacement cannot predict how soon labor will come. You did not mention how far along you were, so that could determine farther. I went all the way to 37 weeks, 6cm, 95% effaced with cramping and was not in labor. Luckily, I had a history of short labor and my blood pressure was rising, so they broke my water to start labor. Your body is getting ready for the birth and these are first signs of that, but there is no way to tell when it will actually happen. You are only 1 cm and many women get to 2cm and stay there for weeks. No matter how long away it is at this point, it will feel like forever and not knowing how close you are only makes it seem longer. Hang in there, your baby will come when he/she is ready. Good Luck and Congratulations!

Answer 3

sorry sounds like good old braxton hicks contractions you will know when its the real deal trust me they will hurt and be very regular and last at least a minute


as always you call your doctor with this and all questions

Answer 4

The Dr. knows ultimate. There are rather negative aspects to having a new child to early yet 38 weeks may be considered finished term. There are added negative aspects to you attempting to offer a infant that's to extensive to your length. Ask the Dr, to check the pro's and con's so as which you will experience greater tender. attempt to no longer ask sure or no questions.