all day i've had a period like ache, it's not painfull is it's so mild just noticable, i'm not sure if theese are contractions as i had them for 16 hours last weeks then they compleatly went. i'm not too sure weather it comes and goes or if it's a constant ache, has and one had a simular experance i'm 40 weeks.
2007-07-18 04:18:06 · 14 answers · asked by Dreamah 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
That's how I started labor with several of my babies. With the first one, this cramping had been going on for about 16 hours before I realized that it might be a sign. It caught me off guard because I was only 36 weeks. Lo and behold, I went to the Dr (about 19 hours after the cramping started) and found out that I was 5 centimeters dialated, but by then the discomfort level had definitely increased. If the pain begins to increase, you are probably definitely in early labor. If not, you will be soon. If this is your first baby, chill out at home as long as you can (as long as you are not high risk). If this is your 2nd or higher, get checked out just to be on the safe side, unless you want to risk delivering in the car! I'm not a random idiot by the way. I have six children (smile).
2007-07-18 04:27:54 · answer #1 · answered by DrIntimacy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The way to decide for sure if its false or real labour is if its the real thing then time your pains for over an hour. If they get longer or closer together then its likely to be the real thing. Braxton hicks/false labour can cause a lot of discomfort during the last bit of pregnancy and lead many women to believe they are infact in true labour, however these contractions eventually go without ever really developing a real pattern to them. If its real....it WILL definately get worse. If your pain is constant and this concerns you i would call the midwife and ask for their advice. Goodluck x
2007-07-18 04:30:51 · answer #2 · answered by doodlebip 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contractions are lots worst than era pains - regardless of while you're a actual sufferer of era pains then i'm sorry to declare yet contractions are with the aid of far worst ! some will say that some women folk might sail by using their contractions yet I could say i hit upon this difficult to have self assurance. the stable element is that's believed that girls folk who go through rather badly with their classes after having a baby does get much less annoying and that i for you will vouch for that !
2016-10-19 05:47:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be Braxton Hicks contractions, I had these and they feel quite like the real thing. It's like your body is preparing for the final showdown! If in doubt, see your doctor.
2007-07-18 04:25:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have had an bloody discharge than I would go to the Hospital ASAP. I am almost 36 weeks and I have been having these pains for weeks.God Bless.
2007-07-18 04:22:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi im 39 weeks 2morrow and have been getting these for the last couple of weeks on and off....there only mild period cramps but noticable......im still waiting impatiently for little one to arrive...lol
good luck and all the best
2007-07-18 04:52:08 · answer #6 · answered by lnjhamilton 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
start timing the contractions. It sounds like Labor will happen soon!
2007-07-18 06:28:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You sometimes get practice (braxton hincs) contractions it is your body getting ready for labour. If you not happy have word with your midwife
2007-07-18 04:22:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are called braxton hicks and it is your bodies way of preparing for labour,although you could be in the early stages,phone your midwife and she will help you.good luck.
2007-07-18 04:22:40 · answer #9 · answered by Dooby 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call your doctor you could be in labor. never ask random idiots on the web important medical questions call your doctor its what you pay him for
2007-07-18 04:21:09 · answer #10 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋