Am I in labour? Should I ring the hospital?!

[emma2617]

Hi ladies!! I am a first timer and therefore dont even know if what I am experiencing is contractions!

I am having pains in my lower abdomen...like period pains I suppose...but they are bringing a tear to my eye and I stop me in my tracks and I have to breathe through them. Over the last hour and half they have been 6/7 mins apart but not getting any closer as far as I can tell.

What should I do?!

If in doubt, ring the labour ward. They are there to reassure you. Hope your bag is packed and there is someone with you - and good luck!

Yes, ring, they'll advise you. Good luck and come back and post

ooh sounds exciting Emma ! Phone the labour ward and good luck.

Sounds promising! Use this site to time your contractions

Good luck

Oooooo yes, keep us posted!! Good luck Emma!