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preterm labor question

ashboumaashbouma
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I went into preterm labor last weekend and they managed to stop dilation, but the doctor said I'll have regular contractions until baby comes. I don't have anyone in my family or friends who had a preterm baby so I have absolutely no idea what kinds of things to expect, but is there any way that the contractions being regular for a long time can harm or stress my baby?
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Re: preterm labor question

  • lemen99lemen99 member

    I'm not positive, but I don't think so.  I think the main concern at this point would just be prolonging your pregnancy. 

    T&P that baby can cook until term! 

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  • LuckyMom0203LuckyMom0203

    Are you in the hospital being monitored?  If so, the doctors/nurses would be immediately aware if the baby is in any distress. 

    My water broke at 25 weeks and I was on hospital bedrest for a week with pretty heavy contractions before she came.  She was never in distress (until the night I actually gave birth).

    Good luck!

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  • ppantsppants member
    I don't believe the contractions will be harmful.  My PTL @ 30w with my twins was stopped and I wasn't dilated or effaced.  I didn't experience contractions I felt again until my water broke @ 32w.  Take care and get some rest if you can.  :)
    Wendy Twins 1/27/06. DS and DD
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