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MummyToLeon · 04/01/2009 02:55

Sorry to bother again.

Im getting pains in my lower stomach and back that feel like im in labour but im only 23 weeks pregnant. I didnt have this with my first baby and im scared. I dont think i am in labour but thats the only way i could think to describe the pains. It's not constant, just on and off but when it happens its so painful.

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jabberwocky · 04/01/2009 03:08

Can you phone the - I forget what the UK version of on-call doctor/midwife is called - and describe how you feel? Could it be Braxton Hicks? I didn't have them at all with my first but did with my second. A warm bath calmed them down.

monty27withbellson · 04/01/2009 03:11

Mtl I'd ring NHS direct? It doesn't sound great to me. I've had 3. It could be normal but I'd get checked out asap.

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MummyToLeon · 04/01/2009 03:12

Isn't it too soon for braxton hicks? I had them with my first but not until around 35 weeks +. Sorry i might be over reacting, im just scared

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littleoldme · 04/01/2009 03:12

I'm with monty. Call NHS direct. Let us know how you get on XX

jabberwocky · 04/01/2009 03:13

NHS direct - that's what I was trying to think of.

You can have them earlier with the second but if you feel concerned at all - and I think you are - call and get some professional advice.

monty27withbellson · 04/01/2009 03:14

Hi JW, warm bath no, from my knowledge if anything that might bring any problems on. No, on back, feet up phone for professional opinion, NOW?

Is your dp there?

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MummyToLeon · 04/01/2009 03:16

Gemma's boyfriend here, phil. Gem is on phone to some nhs thing and she asked me to let you know? Not sure how this thing works....

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jabberwocky · 04/01/2009 03:17

oops, sorry

monty27withbellson · 04/01/2009 03:19

Great Phil, I hope she's ok. Let us know won't you?

NHS direct can be a bit slow, you know, Oh a gp or nurse will call you back blah blah. If you think its an emergency, treat it as one.

Good luck phil. (Im really worried)!

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MummyToLeon · 04/01/2009 03:21

Im back. spoke to a nurse who said a doctor will call back within 30mins sorry to worry you

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squatchette · 04/01/2009 03:23

Really hope they are ok Phil .Isn't it her birthday today/yesterday? Could it be something she's eaten maybe? Am clutching at straws there maybe,am saying a little prayer for you.Keep us updated.

monty27withbellson · 04/01/2009 03:25

See, they will ring back but they take a while. If you are in pain i'd go straight to hospital i think, are you ok?
(For tea that is lol)

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MummyToLeon · 04/01/2009 03:25

Its gemma again sorry. just waiting for them to call back.

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monty27withbellson · 04/01/2009 03:26

Oops seem to have lost the message to Phil which was 'get the kettle on). All ok?

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MummyToLeon · 04/01/2009 03:26

Im just scared now. Yes it was my 18th. Just felt something wet between my legs but not sure i want to look to see what it is will have to though

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monty27withbellson · 04/01/2009 03:27

It might be a tummy upset.

monty27withbellson · 04/01/2009 03:28

Your 18th! Ohmigod. Have you checked?

duchesse · 04/01/2009 03:29

You have to check, Gemma. I hope it's not early labour. Hang in there.

squatchette · 04/01/2009 03:32

You poor thing go check NOW!! I KNOW YOU MUST BE SCARED BUT BEST TO BE PRO ACTIVE,sorry to shout.

monty27withbellson · 04/01/2009 03:34

Same, I've reacted a bit panicky. Jeez, don't want anything to go wrong. Needs action.

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MummyToLeon · 04/01/2009 03:37

have checked. Just clear fluid. nhs sending ambulance.

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littleoldme · 04/01/2009 03:38

I really hope everything goes well. Let us know how you get on. Lots of love XXXXXXX

monty27withbellson · 04/01/2009 03:39

You'll be in the right hands babe. Best of luck, will say a prayer. xx

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MummyToLeon · 04/01/2009 03:39

sorry for bothering you

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littleoldme · 04/01/2009 03:41

Don't be apologise - thats what we are all here for. XX