I am due soon and getting some mild aches, but I'm confused if it's real labour pain or just Braxton Hicks. How can I really identify true labour pain during pregnancy? I don't want to rush to the hospital unnecessarily.
True labor pains are progressive, meaning they get closer together and more intense over time, and might be accompanied by a show or water leaking. It's always best to have your hospital bag ready and consult your gynecologist to confirm if you are in labor.
Any regular, painful tightening of your tummy that doesn't go away is a sign of labor, but please call your gynac immediately to be 100% safe. Don't wait at home trying to figure it out yourself.
My tracker app had a contraction timer which was so helpful! Real labor pain comes at regular intervals (like every 5 minutes) and gets stronger even if you walk or change positions. If they are regular, call your gynac.
When it started for me, I felt a dull ache in my lower back that wrapped around to my front like severe period cramps. It builds up and peaks, then fades. Trust your instincts, and call your doctor if you feel it's time.
I just delivered last month! For me, it started as mild cramps that slowly became so intense that I couldn't talk through them. Once they started coming every 5-7 minutes, we rushed to the hospital.
Regular doctor follow-ups are so important to discuss this. Real labor pain won't stop when you lie down or drink water, unlike false labor. If you feel tightening that keeps coming back, contact your gynecologist immediately.
I'm only in my second trimester and I keep reading about this because I'm so scared I won't recognize it! Some moms say it feels like intense period pain, did any of you feel it in the back or mostly front?
With my baby, I felt the pain starting from my lower back and moving to the front, and it was rhythmic. If you feel this and it doesn't get better with rest, call your doctor.
I am so worried about missing the signs when my time comes! My friend told me her water broke first, but others say they just felt bad backaches. How do we know when it's the real deal and when to call the doc?
