I am 33 weeks.
this afternoon I have had period like cramping in my lower stomach which is also in my lower back (ust like my normal period pains) I have also had shooting pains across the bottom of my tummy. my whole lower half is sore!
I DONT feel regular tightenings or any severe pain just this constant cramping and achiness
I have been relaxing the last couple of hours and have made sure I am well hydrated etc but it doesnt seem to help. Moving around doesnt help it just changes the nature of the pain for example standing up will ease the cramps but the shooting pains will get worse
could this be my baby engaging (this is my third baby) or should I call the maternity unit just in case it is the start of labour or the other thing which crossed my mind a UTI since i have the pain in my back as well which I have had before with a UTI.
sophie