Hi ladies! I know we all handle pregnancy differently and not one body is the same. But I'm just curious as to what you all might have felt weeks, days or even hours before going into full blown labor? I've been told many many things by my Dr on what I would feel. Everyone says, "you'll know". I'm scared. Probably not the first to feel this way. I'm a first time mom and am 38+1 pregnant. At my appointment last Thursday my Dr said I was 2cm dilated and 50% effaced. My mucous plug is coming out as well. Gross, I know. I want this baby out of me! I injured my back way before my pregnancy and have been in more excruciating pain this last month! Sciatica, lower back pain, hip pain, nausea, lose stools. Anything you can think of! I know she'll come when she and my body are ready. People have mentioned some methods to help soften the cervix and whatnot like sex, primrose oil, pineapple, curry, and nipple stimulation? Has anyone ever tried any? I'm just curious.
(Please note that I'm not here to be judged. Simply a chat to ease my nerves on what lies ahead of this 9 month adventure I've been in.) Thanks! ✌
Re: What symptoms did you have days or weeks before labor began??!
Until that day nothing felt different really. Just uncomfortable.