15 Signs & Symptoms of Labour

Labor is unpredictable, and no one can know when it will begin since every birth is different. Thankfully, your body will give you some signals to help you easily identify that it’s almost time to meet your baby. Here are a few most common labour pain symptoms that indicate your body is gearing up for delivery:

• Baby drops
• Cervix dilation
• Increased cramping and lower back pain
• Loosening of joints
• Diarrhea
• Weight gain stops
• Fatigue and nesting instinct
• Loss of the mucus plug
• Stronger, more frequent contractions
• Water breaking
• Intense involuntary shivering
• An increased urge to urinate
• A change in energy levels
• Feeling the urge to have a bowel movement
• Increased pelvic pressure

You should always call your doctor or go to the hospital if you experience any of these pregnancy symptoms:

• You suspect you are in a labor
• Your blood pressure is higher than usual
• You experience blurred or double vision
• You notice reduced or low fetal activity
• Your water breaks
• You experience heavy vaginal bleeding or bright red discharge
• You experience severe headaches, dizziness, or sudden swelling
• Your contractions are about three minutes apart and last about a minute for an hour
• You have unbearable pain or a high fever

Don’t worry! Your health care provider will guide you about when you need to go to the hospital.

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