hi am 37weeks+ will be 38weeks on monday
problem is 2day woke up with more cramps that did not feel like contractions just like a period cramp
then today when i was walking i felt more pressure down at my groin area like my boy is trying 2 get out it did not hurt just felt uncomfortable best way of explain it is it felt like getting a smear test or those swabs done so what could that be ?
also is satsuma body shower gel okay 2 use cause i noticed it contains caster oil?
2007-08-03 10:38:24 · 10 answers · asked by mummy of 2gorgeous boys 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It sounds like the baby dropped. I would contact your OB and they will give you some tips. Get ready, because it should be pretty soon!
Castor oil is only a problem if it is ingested. So, if your not eating your shower gel, you should be ok!
Enjoy your baby!
2007-08-03 10:42:41 · answer #1 · answered by Harleygirl 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Those are all VERY normal pains and feelings considering where you are in your pregnancy. The feeling like the baby is coming out or your having a smear is just the baby pushing into position for delivery this usually happens around this time and will only get worse the farther you go. The period like cramps are probably brackston-hicks contractions. They are the false ones before labor starts. This could be nothing or this could be the signs that labor will be starting soon. Watch for other changes or events to signal the onset of labor, ie loosing your mucus plug (this will be a thick mucus discharge that will come out), sharp rhythmic contractions getting closer and closer together, your water breaking (feels like you've just peed all over yourself), etc.
It's really difficult to wait these last few weeks. And with every change of your body it's like, "wow, is it time". It's also and exciting time too. Try as best as you can to sit back, relax, and enjoy all of these changes. Before you know it the baby will be here, enjoy the pregnancy while you still can.
If any of these other things happen along with what's already going on I would seriously suggest contacting your doctor or midwife.
Good luck and God Bless!
2007-08-03 17:59:48 · answer #2 · answered by hotmamaof3_1 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you could be in the beginning stages of labor. Often it starts with what feels like a period cramp. It also sounds like the baby has dropped!
Your body shower gel is fine as long as you don't eat it.
2007-08-03 17:41:32 · answer #3 · answered by FaZizzle 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You're getting close is all. What you are feeling is the baby's head rubbing against your cervix as he drops down into position to get ready for his entry into the world... I experienced the same thing. It's probably a good idea to tell your doctor though so he can ask you some questions and make sure you're not ready to go to the hospital.
2007-08-03 17:42:13 · answer #4 · answered by I, Sapient 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like your body just getting ready for labor, i had so many false labor with my daughter, I woke up July 30 at 5 am with contraction every 10 minutes, thinking it was false labor again, i waited it out took a walk around the neighborhood around 8am, by 10 am i was still having contraction every 10 minutes , but by then they were so painful, i went to the ER, when they check me i was already at 6cm , I actually delivery my daughter at 1:18pm,LOL, so if it hurts really bad, go to the ER!!
my baby is now 6 days old!!
I delivery her at 37 weeks!!
2007-08-03 17:45:24 · answer #5 · answered by octavia137 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like your baby is making his way into position to be born. it could still be a few weeks, or days away though. as far as the shower gel goes.... as long as you aren't drinking it I would think it would be ok to use.
2007-08-03 17:41:44 · answer #6 · answered by thejenns22 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do you think the baby's head is so low it is pressing on your cervix? If in doubt at all, give a quick call to the nurse at your dr's office, that is what they are there for!
2007-08-03 17:42:23 · answer #7 · answered by robin c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not call your doctor or midwife? Sounds like you are in a hurry...instead of waiting for answers on here, just call your doc.....
2007-08-03 17:41:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I dunno about the shower gel...
Your baby probably just dropped but call your OB just in case.
2007-08-03 17:42:32 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
soirry.
2007-08-03 17:48:36 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋