engaged???

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julie07 · 16/10/2007 15:42

how do you know when the baby's head is engaged?
i am 37 weeks...

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julie07 · 16/10/2007 15:43

my mid wife seems rushed all the time and doesnt seem to tell me anything.
how do i know when the babies head is engaged?
i feel like my hips are being pulled apart and my back is in constant agony could this meen it is engaged?

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sarahlou1uk · 16/10/2007 15:43

I didn't know - I relied on the mw to tell me! The only sign I had was that I felt a 'nipping' sensation which made me catch my breath every now and again as the baby's head went further down. More uncomfortable at night and more trips to the loo!

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julie07 · 16/10/2007 16:02

i am feeling alot of pressure down there and havent slept properly for 3 nights..... it feels like the baby is pushing down all the time xxxx

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sarahlou1uk · 16/10/2007 16:06

Chin up - only a few more weeks (and they will be the longest of your life...!)

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julie07 · 16/10/2007 16:08

i know it is really starting to drag but i just keep thinking i have went through 37 weeks so 3 more wont kill me... how far on are you?

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