Period-like cramps

aseay22 · April 2015

I am having period like cramps with some of the braxton hicks contractions that I'm having. I am also feeling a little light headed today with a lot of pressure on my pelvis I feel like I have to hold my belly to walk. Is anyone else feeling like this?

ellekru · April 2015

Ahhh I had period like cramps yesterday too! Last night in bed, and it was the weirdest thing. I've also been having lots of BH. Going to doctor in about an hour- we'll see what he says

mari226 · April 2015

Yes I woke up with them this morning and in pain as usual. I'm a first time mom. And I never know if the pains I'm feeling are bh or its just me or just baby.

abbijoy · April 2015

I was reading about it yesterday and on webmd it said that period like cramps are a sign of pre-labor. They usually mean that your body is about 1-4 weeks from giving birth. Also, diarrhea can be another sign.

canadianmom89 · April 2015

I've had this for almost 2 weeks now. I will be 38 weeks tomorrow, I'm hoping it means LO comes soon!

bscurt · April 2015

I had this all day yesterday AND diarrhea!! It's always disheartening when you read 1-4 weeks off...is it 1, or 4!? Lol. I hope you feel better! Today, so far, nothing for me.

Bon2737 · April 2015

aseay22 how far are you? I have been feeling the same and I'm 37 weeks today. Went for my check up and baby is fully engaged already, my due date is only 7 May but doc thinks he'll come earlier.... Watch this space!

laurenbrnwed · April 2015

Bon2737 said:
aseay22 how far are you? I have been feeling the same and I'm 37 weeks today. Went for my check up and baby is fully engaged already, my due date is only 7 May but doc thinks he'll come earlier.... Watch this space!

@Bon2737 I'm 37+2, baby is engaged and I'm 1cm, 70% effaced. I've been cramping for a little over a week now. My doctor is really vague with estimating if I'll be early or not, I'm really hoping that I can jump on your bandwagon and be a little early too! The suspense is killing me

aseay22 · April 2015

@Bon2737 I'm 37+3. I just got back from the doctor and she said that if contractions feel like period cramps, it is working with your cervix. She also told me I probably going to have a 9-9.5 lb baby!! WHOA!! My DH said good luck haha!

Bon2737 · April 2015

My doc didn't check if I'm dilated, she said she won't do it now as it can bring on labour...? She said my baby is small /medium, around 3kg / 6lb... She also told me that because he is engaged doesn't necessarily mean I will go into labour earlier. I'm really feeling uncomfortable tho, hope I can sleep tonight!

HaruhiChan · April 2015

Yep, my doctor confirmed prelabour for me as well. Period cramps, back ache, braxton hicks, pressure, and dropped baby. And tummy upsets. Losing bits of my plug as well.

But, nothing regular.

Just time them ladies and keep an eye on them

I'll join the club with you guys in the "I'm uncomfortable" club lol

sdrhodes12 · April 2015

I'm feeling the same way! Have had period cramps for about a week off and on. Baby girl is killing me when she moves her head around, very painful. Went to dr. on Tues and I'm 75% effaced and 2cm and my due date is May 2. Won't be long!

QueenVict0ria · April 2015

I've been having this today! But the cramps are mostly in my lower back. My belly I'm just getting tingles in my lower abdomen. I had consistent Braxton Hicks mixed with back pain/belly tingles from 2:50 pm to almost 5. Had a few more an hr later. Now I'm in bed and having them. Ftm so I'm like I'm in labor or...what? 37 weeks today and 1cm and head is down. Dr tomorrow so hoping for progress.

Bmore112 · April 2015

I have had period like cramps too along with the constant feel of a bm. My girl is head down and ready but my cervix is long tight and closed

. I have already gone into preterm labor twice. I think she wants out and my body says no because it's not time lol

PutMeintheZoo · April 2015

I started having period-like cramps and some back pain today... I'm a nervous wreck and just want it to go away! I'm hoping that like many previous posters have said, this can go on for weeks and doesn't necessarily mean labor is near.

For those of you who had cramps and they stopped / started... how long did they last? (I've been having them for about 2 hrs so far).

SmrBrd2012 · April 2015

I'm really happy I came across this post! I'm 36+3 and just started getting period cramps, lower back pain, diarrhea, (sorry if TMI), and more pelvic pressure today. I don't think I've had BH or contractions but baby has been moving a lot and tightening my belly. I keep poking around a lot to see if there are some softer areas and there are. Been wondering if I should call my OB or get checked but I guess it's not really necessary. It's getting exciting but I'm also worried about it being a little too early so I hope he stays in there a little longer...!

HaruhiChan · April 2015

PutMeintheZoo said:
I started having period-like cramps and some back pain today... I'm a nervous wreck and just want it to go away! I'm hoping that like many previous posters have said, this can go on for weeks and doesn't necessarily mean labor is near.

For those of you who had cramps and they stopped / started... how long did they last? (I've been having them for about 2 hrs so far).

I've been timing mine on an app on my phone. Mine are off and on throughout the day and frequent bouts of them range from 30-45 min then go away for an hour or so and come back again.

If yours are consistently regular and all about 5 min apart and 1 min long and they get worse, then you may want to give l&d a call. That's my doctor's advice to me about one thing to watch for

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