I realise it's the middle of the night so maybe not many people up, but trying to distract myself so thought I would try and get a wee discussion going to establish whether I am in real labour or not!!
I've been up for almost 2 hours....at first I thought ow as just getting braxton hicks like I have been for a few days, but the tightening have been accompanied by cramping in my lower abdomen and round to my back.
They started off at 4 mins apart - so I assumed they couldn't be real as so close?? - and are now anything from 1.30 - 3 mins apart with the contractions (if that's what they are) lasting about 45-55 seconds. The cramping has definitely become more intense over the last 2 hours but not unbearable.
I went to the loo about an hour ago and have also had a show - so I'm hoping this is a good sign.
I've also had loose bowel movements over the last couple days, which may be my body's way of preparation?
I have phoned the maternity unit and they are happy with me to stay at home until I feel the need to come in ( I am only a 5min drive away) so am contemplating going for a bath to ease the discomfort.
Has anybody else had signs like this and it ending up as false labour?
Oh, and I'm 39 + 4
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Is this the Real McCoy??
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ToonLass · 25/10/2014 04:04
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