Measuring contractions during labor

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Avatar f tn If so, how long until you went into actual labor? Also if anyone has any advice on how to stay as comfortable as possible during this time that would seriously be so amazing. I'm so miserable right now, on top of the pressure from her dropping and the contractions my acid reflux is also super bad right now and my back is killing me. I just want this all to end..
Avatar f tn I'm 36 weeks + 6, 17, ftm. Monday the doctors thought I was possibly going into labor but I was only 2cm dilated and had been very naseous, had diarrhea, and was confused, so they sent me home to eat, walk around, etc. Well I've had back contractions since Monday and some contractions in my stomach but this morning I lost my mucus plug and am starting to get cramping in my stomach and back and I think I may be leaking some fluid but I'm not sure really.
Avatar f tn Agreed with the above post. Even if it's real labor, most hospitals say they'll send you home if contractions aren't less than 5 mins apart.
Avatar n tn Hi there.. I'm a third time mom with first boy. I've never had normal bowel movements.. For the past few days I've been having about three or four bowel movements a day and increased braxtin hicks contractions.. Does this mean labor is near or is that just a myth... I'm 31weeks but he is measuring 34...
Avatar n tn Anyways I woke up from my nap today w I think contractions. It hurt so bad I turned to sweats... During it I had sudden diarrhea and now have had cramps all day afterwards... Is that normal or a sign?
6851231 tn?1391019504 I am measuring at 29 almost 30 weeks according to my doctor. Baby is measuring the same. Well for 3 days I have been having contractions. Not BH but actually contractions. I know the difference. When I went to the hospital last week I was told I was finger tips dialated already. Since I have been having contractions for 3 days now my OB wants to check me to see if I am dialated more and if cervix is open. They also told me preterm labor is a possibility for me.
Avatar f tn Baby is measuring 36 weeks and im 35weeks! Hes been measuring a week older this whole pregnancy. :) well at 35 weeks this baby is 6lbs 10oz!!!the doctor gave me the ok to induce at 39 weeks or have the baby at 36 weeks if he decides tocome early since ive been having contractions.im 2 cm dilated starting to thin and baby is feeling low. Last week i was completely closed. She thinks ill deliver in a week or two but wondering what you mommies think!
Avatar f tn I am due feb 24th. As far as labor signs, regular contractions that dont go away with hydration or rest, pelvic pressure, spotting or blood tinged mucus, are a few. Good luck.
Avatar f tn I have 3 days legt until my due date. I have major pressure and pain during any movement. But nothing like contractions or even Braxton hicks. Im a vry small woman so im ready to meet my princess and stop this pain.
1381402 tn?1298237549 Well last wed went to doc he said I was starting to thin and was 2cm yesterday on monday I went in for a sono to check his size and he is mesuring small only 5lbs 14oz he is around the size of a 35 week baby so he wont induce until I am 39 weeks but when he checked me I was 90% and 3 cm and during the night last night and this morning I have begun to lose or have lost my plug not sure how much of it is there how ever contractions are few and far between and they are not that strong I am so ready
Avatar f tn So Tuesday I went in for my induction at 2pm and at 5pm they checked me was only 2cm dilated and cervidil was inserted, I was told I wouldnt get contractions with cervidil what a LIE!!! Had nothing but contractions the entire night. At 5am cervidil was taken out was.allowed to take a shower and I was 4cm dilated today at 6am pitocin was started and in 6 hours I was 10 cm dilated but sadly at 8cm I decided it was time to get an epidural definitely a life saver I was going for natural.
Avatar f tn Some advice please laides! This is my 3rd baby but have never gone into labor I am 34 weeks. Around 10 30 last night I started having contractions but they feel like the Braxton hicks but they are happening every 30 minutes. I am exhausted today from the lack of sleep from them. But they aren't a horrible pain. I don't want to go to the hospital and then them just look at me like I am being dramatic I hate that feeling.
1255151 tn?1413891826 Then I was in the hospital 3 times last week for labor where I thought it was starting. Painful contractions for hours at a time, and only dialating to 2-3. They gave me morphine for the pain, and then everything stopped. I'm still having contractions but things just aren't progressing. I'm getting discouraged, and I'm so ready for this baby!
Avatar f tn You can download an app for measuring contractions. Easiest way. Just press start when they start and stop when they stop.
Avatar f tn Has anyone else had diareah DURING labor .. like when the pain starts to pick up and get worse . I had a drs appointment today .. Dr said she was measuring big and we needed an ultra sound .. haven't scheduled it .. My 2 year old has been keeping me awake .. all the whole I've been having a sickening feeling like cramps .. I've woken up twice since 3 with back pain and stomache tightening .. could be BH . I'm 37.5 weeks ... btw ..
659471 tn?1229459690 They put me on medication which helps to reduce BH, but after two weeks of using it I have new sensations – my BHs and between them now accompanied with that feeling that we have during regular contractions, but very light. When I go to the hospital for my check up there usually no doctors, only PA or nurses, the best I got was midwife once. I’m worrying about my sensations, because I don’t know if my labor may start any time due to these BH and increased pain in my back area.
1287128 tn?1331134538 Problems with that are very common during pregnancy and it is one of the most common surgeries during pregnancy. As far as labor, I was dialated to a 5 for almost a week before, after me pitching a fit, they finally induced me. Sorry your going through this. Good luck.
Avatar f tn I been having the runs and upset tummy for 4 days me and my bf been eating the same things and it's only me...
Avatar n tn Im 1 cm dialated and 50% effaced.... about how long until I'm in active labor?
Avatar f tn Ugh so yesterday, I was in "labor" 30min contractions, but never progressed. Then stopped all together /.- they were really consistent and all but just stopped. Anyone else experiance this?
2089807 tn?1348062748 At this stage, baby still is premature, anything before 37 weeks (even if the baby is measuring bigger). If you get regular contractions or lots of symptoms of labor, you need to see your doctor, every week counts, and I've seen many babies have breathing issues born before, even some after 37 weeks.
Avatar f tn So Tuesday I went in for my induction at 2pm and at 5pm they checked me was only 2cm dilated and cervidil was inserted, I was told I wouldnt get contractions with cervidil what a LIE!!! Had nothing but contractions the entire night. At 5am cervidil was taken out was.allowed to take a shower and I was 4cm dilated today at 6am pitocin was started and in 6 hours I was 10 cm dilated but sadly at 8cm I decided it was time to get an epidural definitely a life saver I was going for natural.
4368697 tn?1354909452 I think I'm in early labor... my contractions have been ranging 6-10 minutes apart 30 sec to 1 min long for 2.5 hrs now and I called the on call doctor who said I have to wait till they're consistently 5 min apart. I wish I could go in now so I would know if its real labor or not! Tmi had 3 loose stools tonight, having nausea, decided to do laundry at 3 am cuz I can't sleep! Dull back pain following the contractions. Any experienced mommys that can give me their opinion!?
268356 tn?1236002604 During early labor has anyone felt contractions in their upper abdomen that felt more like the baby planted their feet under your ribs and just push and push. It seems rhythmic and is accompanied by back ache. Just not sure if this is just more of the same old BH routine. Last week I was 2-3 cm's and I'm hoping that we go into labor before our next appointment on Tuesday. We are trying everything we can at this point to help labor along. Sex and walking aren't helping.
7792415 tn?1412272232 Girl things can change quickly..I had no signs of going into labor until Saturday..I started having contractions in my back but I still haven't went into full blown labor yet..I have so many signs of going into labor now and I'm due Saturday!
Avatar f tn I am getting so impatient! I had contractions every 5 minutes Wednesday and was at 4cm but I was not dilating anymore so the hospital sent me home then Thursday at my doctors appt I got my membranes stripped and during the process was stretched to 6cm. The doctor was so sure I was going to have her Thursday night or Friday and its Sunday now I have not had any consistent contractions.
2011837 tn?1343797528 So im supposed to be 32 weeks, but my baby is measuring a healthy healthy weight. 9 months, she's measuring. i got to the hospital Saturday at 7pm & is still here because i went into labor, they stopped it with magnesium . I'm now off the medicane , i have contractions but on & off, is it possible to go in labor soon? this ever happen to anyone?
Avatar f tn I am almost 38 weeks pregnant, due March 29 but so far I am measuring ahead. I am 60% effaced and I'm 3-4cm dilated. Can anyone give me any ideas to help naturally induce labor or to get contractions started? I've been walking, my husband and I have been having sex, I even tired the milk and orange juice thing... Anything else? My belly feels so tight just no steady contractions. My doctor believes I'll be in within a week but I have no pain and very irregular contractions.