I'm 39 weeks exactly today. I had a sweep yesterday at my midwife appointment as I have previously had high blood pressure and am carrying a big baby. I've been having cramps since yesterday and lots of pressure down there, with some shooting pains down my legs in certain positions.
My question is: how do I know what a contraction is? I've not had braxton hicks and this is my first child so please forgive my naivety. I've read that braxton hicks don't last longer than an hour usually and will disappear if you change movements, which mine don't. However they don't feel strong enough for me to make a fuss about. I don't want to get either of my birthing partners out of work for it to be nothing. Any advice? Thanks in advance xx
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Advice needed: contractions?
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kayleewild92 · 23/08/2014 14:59
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