first time mummy! ADVICE?

[NicBenson]

Im 39+1 and been having constant period pain and lower back ache for 5 days! I've been taking paracetamol which doesn't seem to help much, I also have sharp stabbing pains right down low! I think I might have lost my mucus plug this morning...it was clear but thick and snotty looking! I'm having tightenings in my tummy which are regular but not Painful...could I be going into labour soon?Help!

I think it sounds likely. Contractions may not be painful to begin with. I'm not an expert but I'd start preparing for a hospital visit soon. Call your birthing partner and keep track of the tightenings. If they are getting stronger or closer together then I'd assume labour has started. If you go in for a check up, they can always send you home again if you're not established yet.

and best of luck! Hope you are a mummy soonest

Your into labour, your baby will be out soonest! Goodluck and Congratulations! Have a safe delivery. :)

Oh please come back to report any further changes.

I'm 3 days in of tightening a but not very painful, hurts right down low when he's moving and had 3 days of first mucus plug and 'no blood' shows. I'm dying to know if this is start, I'm 39+4

Just been for a walk go the shop and the pains are even worse now! I'll try keep you informed.. Let's hope it'll be soon :)