Advice please - 34 weeks

[CrabbyPatty]

Hi, I'm currently 34 weeks pregnant. I've had what I would describe as mild period pains for over 48 hours. I do have quite a high pain threshold so if this was my actual period I would probably just ignore them. I also feel suddenly really hormonal and emotional. Can't get my words out without crying. Was staying at MIL's but suddenly felt overwhelmed and need to be alone. Basically feel like I'm 'due I'm. I will 9f course phone my midwife as soon as I get back from MIL's but does anyone have any thoughts? My worst fear is early labour, or us this normal? Will I be like this until she's born now. I do have a gut feeling something is wrong. I've previously been very chilled - was planning a home birth, not super prepared, don't just panic over every symptom. Thoughts please?

*due on

Sorry my post sounds like nonsense but hopefully you ladies can figure out what I'm trying to say.

I'm 34 weeks and had exactly the same for the last few days! I vaguely remember it from last time too. Your hormones do ramp up around this time to get you ready for labour. If you are genuinely worried you could call your midwife for reassurance.

Oh and I've been having Braxton hicks for a while. Feels like stretching. This does feel different.

Thanks @mortifiedmama can't wait to be home alone!

Last time I had the period pains on and off for the last 3 or 4 weeks.

Don’t wait until you are back. If you are away from home ring the nearest maternity hospital now. It’s probably nothing but it’s best to not go into labour before 37 weeks.

I’m 36 weeks and have had period pains for past 3 weeks I’d say. I called midwife triage and they didn’t think it was anything to worry about. I get them daily now but not very strong or for long, I think they are just my version of Braxton Hicks.

When is your next midwife appointment - they will see if the baby is engaged perhaps?