40 weeks - unsure signs of labour

[Ivyleaf72]

Hi there,

Can anyone give me any advice as to what might be going on? I’ve been having mild period cramping from 36 weeks on, every night that disappears in the morning, and sometimes hits during the day. It’s been going on so long now I’m starting to get a bit frustrated! I lost part of my mucus plug yesterday, but have since just had the normal cramping that doesn’t lead anywhere (however I know losing your plug can start weeks before labour begins). Sorry for tmi, but I’ve also been having loose stools on and off for about a week now. It feels like it’s never going to begin!
I’ve talked to midwife and she says it’s likely my body just getting ready for labour. Baby is in a ROA position, so I know he’s not currently back to back.

Thanks

Oh the big wait has begun!i have a 3 MO and remember this clearly - feeling so excited and ready but frustrated it was taking so long!! So any of those symptoms can mean it will start soon or in a few weeks so just try and enjoy this time, and use it to get any last minute bits ready. You'll defo know when you're going into labour and those symptoms are all positives! Best of luck, wont be long now! Xxxx

Yeah, they're all signs of labour but not signs of imminent labour, I'm afraid. Best of luck!

I’m the same - had this on and off since 35 weeks and now nearly 38 weeks. I’m getting pink discharge on and off and something period pains in the evening!

Sometimes period type pains!

Also feeling you! Am 40 weeks today. Had a sweep last Monday and then a show and thought yay here we go. Sunday had contractions 10 mins apart for about an hour which then stopped again.
Again today another show but nothing…
I’m being induced tomorrow but was so
Hoping she would make her appearance without interference!