I am 2cm dilated 40% effaced and my station is -3. Experiencing prodromal labour since a week now😔went to hospital twice was sent back home with painkillers. They only work for like an hour or so. My dilation progressed and the doctor told me it would take a week maybe less maybe more. I need to bear with it
Omg, this has been happening to me for a full week now. Contractions start, then abruptly stop. I feel like I will never have this baby. I went to the hospital after losing my mucus plug last week and having contractions and it was false and now it has been a week of this. Mentally, it is making me anxious, depressed, and frustrated.
I am so sorry Lana. This type of labor can be so rough both mentally and physically. One website that might be helpful to check out is www.milescircuit.com/
Currently about 37weeks pregnant with my 3rd baby and I’m loving your content! I had about 4 days of prodromal labor with my 2nd and I swear last night as I was laying down for bed I started to have the start of super early labor. Had some diarrhea like cramps and just felt off all night but was thankfully still able to rest. Hopefully this means baby will come soonish!
So glad you are enjoying the content. I have my fingers crossed that you don't experience the same prodromal labor with baby #3. Sending you positive labor thoughts! Alice
I am on day 6 of prodromal....38 weeks. It is getting more painful and intense each day. The worst part is the dismissal from medical professionals. They act like I'm not in pain and say I will have a lot of trouble with the pain of "real" labor. Probably the worst thing you could say to a woman experiencing hours of non stop contractions daily and nightly. I never get a break in between contractions. It's like one long four hour contraction.
@@birthtoolbox yes, it helps. Water has also helped a lot in the past day. I didn't realize how dehydrated I had become after days of contractions. Thank you for the tips.
I had my baby on Saturday night and, while I had some relief from prodromal labor for about a week before labor, my labor went very fast! I got an epidural at 8 cm and it slowed it down to a reasonable pace. I dilated from 5 to 8 cm in an hour... it was moving fast (this is my first labor). He was born after only 10 pushes. I do think the pre-labor contractions made 'real labor' faster. My recommendation is to trust your body. If it feels different, get ready! Could go really fast.
@@meganpadgett9719 hey megan hope you and your son are in good health ❤️ i am experiencing prodromal labour since a week now. Went to hospital twice. But was sent home both times. I am 2cm dilated now and they are telling me it might take a whole week still. Can you tell me how long it took you to dilate to 4cm? Did you find out? How it felt different when you got into true labour. I am so much in pain and exactly how your provider told you off, i was told I'll end up in C-section if my pain threshold is so low. Although my ctg went upto 87-88 i was having extreme contractions i am dilating too. My cervix is 40% effaced 🥺please help
I was in thus type of labor. It was as painful as it was when I finally when back and was 8 cm. That lasted 40 hours of that pain. I couldn't sleep, they sent me back home after the first 28 hours b.c I had no change, still in a lot of pain. When I went back I was already 8, so I have no idea when real labor started
I'm almost 39 weeks, been feeling strong menstrual like cramps on and off, lots of pressure in my pelvis and very frequent and soft bowel movements for days now but no progress... It's not unbearable, just sooo excited to mee baby and it's disheartening that nothing is happening while I am having all the symptoms.
I had this with my first baby and I had never heard of the term in all the videos I watched to prepare for labor. I had diarrhea and cramps then real contractions that lasted 1 min and came every 5 min and I let that go like 2 hours and went to the hospital at about 2 1/2 cm dilated (I was already at that dilation at my last doc visit). I knew for sure I would progress but nothing changed after hours so they said it was probably best to labor more at home so I could at least rest and eat. This happened over and over, I could sleep a little but then contractions would pick back up. I went to the hospital twice and got sent home twice in 3 days. My doula then had me doing all kinds of walking down the street and up and down stairs and squats to progress. It was so tiring! The last day I finally went to the hospital because I thought it was time and they did an ultrasound because they observed that my fluid might be leaking. They said the baby had to be delivered for the safety of the baby so they let me stay, still at like 2 1/2 cm. I refused pitocin because I was trying to labor unmedicated. I agreed to get my water broken and that quickly picked up the contractions and I progressed to 4 cm shortly after. Then labor picked up overnight and I finally delivered in the morning. Total of 3 1/2 days in labor!
Experienced this with my son a week before he was born. Now I’ve had it off and on for a week with my little girl and I’m only 36+4 weeks now. The contractions are definitely noticeable and then stop abruptly every day basically. Drinking water nonstop and chewing ice chips too. Hoping she’ll come early like her big bro!
I’ve been going through this for 5 weeks now. Started after my baby dropped which was around 32 weeks. I’m 36 weeks now and it’s gotten so much worse. Doctor has me on heavy bedrest. I stay extremely hydrated and that really doesn’t do much to help. My contractions go from 3 min apart to 10 minutes apart lasting hours sometimes all day and then just stop out of no where. Sometimes they increase in pain sometimes stay consistent in pain. Plus I’m always crampy. Like non stop period cramps in my back and lower abdomen. Tried taking a bath yesterday to sooth them and it actually made it worse. Plus I’m chasing my toddler around. It’s so discouraging and I’m physically and mentally exhausted.
Gosh Momma, I so feel your pain! I had it at 29 weeks while I packed up our house for a move. Then started everytime I move around from 32 weeks(now 34 weeks). Trying to stop them, but only bedrest stops them. It's baby nr 4 for me and I'm a SAHM and Homeschooling mom, so it's been very challenging! Feeling super despondent today😞
I had this with my first child from weeks 36-39. I got a break for the last week and my son was born 40+2. It was rough. Hydrating did help a little bit. The real labor was fast and easy, but I asked for an epidural the moment I got to the hospital (5 cm) because I knew I couldn't handle the pain. The prodromal was enough pain... Now I'm 36+1 with #2 and the prodromal contractions have started again 🙂 glad I've been through it before, though, so Im not freaking out this time. Just exhausted running after a toddler 🤣🤣🤣
Yes, Megan! Prodromal can be really exhausting and running after a toddler is too!! I'm glad you aren't freaking out too. I hope your body will give you some peace before too long.
I had 4 days of prodromal labour and ended up needing a C-Section. It got to contractions being longer than a minute and a half, about 3 minutes apart and still no dilation. Then it slows down again or just stops for a couple of hours before starting again. It felt like my body was glitching, I wouldn't have known what was happening if it wasn't for your video :)
I most definitely experienced prodromal labor a few nights ago (37 weeks tomorrow). Is it normal to feel nauseated, feel gassy, have back pain, have heartburn, have the chills, and/or have an increase in bowel movements during prodromal labor? It all probably lasted me about 4 hrs. Squatting in the shower, focusing on my breath, and making deep sounds helped me relax some. I'm just curious if I should expect that again or if perhaps I just ate something funny at the same time I had prodromal labor.
People can feel a wide array of symptoms, but I would give your care provider a call and let them know what you are experiencing. Even if it is the middle of the night you can call them.
I have this and I can’t sleep. It’s heavy contractions that are 8-10 minutes apart lasting about 1 minute each and has been happened for 5 days now. They hurt so bad I’d say the pain level is a 9/10. And I haven’t been getting any rest because of how often they happen.. what can I do to help me sleep without waking up every 10 minutes...
I am sorry you are experiencing this! It is hard. Make sure that you are well hydrated to start. If you have a bathtub, you might try a deep bath. Sometimes that can slow down contractions. You could also call your doctor/midwife for their suggestions. They might have suggestions on something to take to help you sleep.
Alice Turner I was actually in labor! So glad I trusted ,my instincts because when I went to the hospital I was already 4cm dilated! My baby girl is here and healthy but came very early (:
37+2 with third baby and have had 48 hours of this for it to then go away... Never had it before and goodness it's frustrating 😖 tried miles circuit and that didn't boost it. Going to give in and spend today resting
I am 30 weeks pregnant and have been feeling prodromal labor since a month now. Doctor has put me isoxuprine hydrochloride tablets and i don't feel like the medicine is working on me. I am totally confused and worried at the same time about the contractions. Help!!!
I’m sorry you are expert this. It sounds like you are having pre term labor and not prodromal. I would reach out to your doctor again and express your concerns.
I'm 28 weeks and been feeling contractions that are super painful...its my first baby and scared . No discharge and not dilating. Can't find any comfortable positions. What should I do?
33 weeks rn my contractions seem to be super long and not much time in between. They’re really painful but they just stop after an hour or 2. 4th pregnancy so I’m familiar with the pain of labor and natural child birth and let me tell you, this hurts. I’ve almost went to the hospital over this but of course during COVID I don’t really want to make an unnecessary visit to the ER. Last night was my second night of experiencing this but I had 4 days between the first experience that lasted 2 hours and the second time which lasted about and hour and a half. The second time was much more painful than the first. I’m just worried that because of this I might not know when I really need to go to the hospital. My last pregnancy was preterm at 36 weeks but after gaining knowledge of prodromal labor I’m think maybe I had that with my last pregnancy but they ended up inducing my labor.
I'm so sorry KayTee. Prodromal labor can be painful and super tricky. Don't hesitate to call your care provider if you are experiencing something that might be labor.
I’ve been in prodromal labor for 5 days now. I’m mentally and physically exhausted pain was bad that I had to get a shot. Pain went away then come back. Contractions are so strong they make me pee on my self from the pressure. I had Braxton Hicks before and this don’t feel like no Braxton Hicks. I’m in tears sometimes. I feel my body pushing but still no cervical change. Im stuck at 3cm dilated and 80% effaced. I’m 36 weeks and they won’t induce me till week 39.
Hello Tionna, I am so sorry that you are struggling with prodromal labor right now. If you have access to a tub, I suggest taking a warm, deep bath. That could ease the pain. Also, make sure you are drinking a lot of water to avoid dehydration. I hope that you get some relief soon!
@@birthtoolbox thank you so much for this video 🙏. It gives me hope and support. I find walking through contractions helps. I am expected to deliver this week but we will see. I just reached week 37. The baths help me to relax as well.
I'm 39 weeks and I've been having contractions about 10 mins apart totally painful but not super painful. No change to my cervix though.. this is my 4th pregnancy and I live so far from the Hospital so it's hard on me I live in an hour from the closest Hospital
I had this for days with my first. So far nothing yet. But I got it after I had a cervix strip each time(at 38weeks and 39) by my dr. With the last cervix strip I was already almost 4cm dialated and 39 weeks, lost my muccus plug twice after each strip also. Got mild contractions in the evening at home. Pretty close together. Id fall asleep and theyd be gone. Same the night after XD eventually still had to be induced at 40+1 cause baby was measuring smaller and dropping on the curve. Im pregnant with my second and 39 weeks now. had no cervix strip and contractions, braxton hicks, ive been having early since week 24 or so and at 36 weeks I already had a cm opening. And lately they have gotten mildly painful or I can feel them in my lower back. But no prodromal labor yet. Thankfully mine was never as bad to prevent me from sleeping or living nromally.
I don't know if I am having this, but I have been having stabbing pains in both sides of pelvis, it is very strange they go away then come back. I am 39 wks and 5 days, This is my first pregnancy I do not know what to expect as far as pain. 🙄
Usually contractions don't feel like stabbing pain. It more of a tightening, menstrual cramp like feeling. You might be having the pelvic sensations from the baby getting lower.
@@birthtoolbox still going here.....week and a day past due date. Had bloody show this morning. But, contractions are still far apart and not consistent. Resting as much as I can, but it doesn't feel like really quality rest. But I'll keep trying.
This is hard to live through. I’m 32 weeks and a couple of days and been dealing with this for three days. I’ve been to triage and While dilated to 1CM , no further dilation after 2 hours. However, mine is not nice where it’s only for a min or something. No. It’s 20 min, 40 min straight and the I may get 1-3 min of a break and then it continues. 12+ hours of this is exhausting. I feel terrified to deal with this for another 7 weeks.
Holly V! Omg I’m in the exact same position as you! Mine started at 33 weeks and I was 1cm when I went in. Then I went in again in 2 days because it was so bad and I really thought I was in labor this time. I was losing my mucous plug and my contractions were 4 minutes apart for a solid hour. I was dilated to 2 and 50% effaced. I was put in the hospital for 5 days to observe me. I am now 34 weeks and 2 days and a couple days ago I timed them from 3am until 8am and they were consistent at 5 minutes apart the whole night. I went in and wasn’t dilated anymore. I was so frustrated. This happens every other night between 10 and 10:30pm so I’m in a pattern. It’s awful. I am so frustrated and I’m pain on the nights it happens. Also every single day I have constant contractions through the whole day that I just ignore now but when that 10:30pm hour rolls around I get so upset. I am stressed. This is my second pregnancy and it’s been nothing but disaster and hard on me. My first one was easy peasy and completely different than this hell. She broke my water at 36 weeks and I never had any contractions except for bad Braxton Hicks on one day the week before she was born. I never felt pain in my uterus or anything. It was easy. This is awful. I’ve had the worst pregnancy from start to end. I understand what you’re going through. Did you have your baby yet? If so, when did real labor begin for you?
@@diviningoildesigns yes - I ended up being induced because of hypertension concerns at 39 weeks. It was a divine birth. Still terribly painful, but was fast. Prob 4 hours total. Maybe 30 min or less of pushing. Hang in there! Now I’m just working through that newborn no sleep phase
ive had this with all my babies and having it now from 34 weeks and im now 35+4 and its gotten worse the last two days, but it actually dilates me... With my first i had it for a week and had to take midwives brew for it to put me in active labor. With my Twins i had it for weeks and finally went in at 35+6 , painless contractions coming every 2-3 minutes and i was 6 CM not in active labor, they wouldnt progress me with pitocin unless i dilated more, i got to a 7 the next day admitted, and they finally gave me Pitocin to kick me into active labor because my contractions were not strong enough.. i didnt feel pain from contractions until 9 cm cause of the pitocin. Im terrified that its happening again...
Hi Alice, I am 39 weeks and 4 days I feel like this is what I have been going through the las 3 nights I have been having contractions all throughout the night with last night the contractions being stronger but as soon as it’s daytime they stop and I get them here and there through out the day but nothing like at night. Very frustrating...
I am facing this right now and its been almost a week I am trying to stay sane but all I do is rest and drink water and try to stay relaxed but now I am get frustrated and upset I am 35 weeks and 4 days I did call my ob office and they said well we can check you tomorrow see theres any progress but honestly there's no point in me driving 2 hrs for what I am assuming is no progress and I also have a normal appointment Monday just wish there was more to do
Everyone talks about prodromal labor more in those last few weeks and how to get it to turn into active labor. I am at 34 weeks with it, I don't want it to turn into active labor and have a preemie again, I just want it to stop 😥. It happens almost every night at the exact same time like clockwork and I am just so exhausted.
Yes, Rae Anna. This is such a difficult situation. I am so sorry that you are going through this. Have you seen any luck with epsom salt baths? Hydrating with baths could help. It is so exhausting and it would be great to find something to ease the activity.
@@birthtoolbox I have been doing epsom salt baths, magnesium sprays, a glass of Pedialyte a day, as well as my 8 glasses of water a day. Some nights they end after a few hours other nights they are just stubborn and I am up most of the night. It's so sporadic. I really just want to make it to term with this one but at this point I don't know how I will have the energy left to actually labor and push 😔
@@raeanna451 WOW, it sounds like you are doing all the right things. I hope that you will have a slow down to the contractions soon! Sending you a hug.
Dehydration can be a cause of prodromal labor. Make sure to stay very hydrated especially at the end of pregnancy.
I am 2cm dilated 40% effaced and my station is -3. Experiencing prodromal labour since a week now😔went to hospital twice was sent back home with painkillers. They only work for like an hour or so. My dilation progressed and the doctor told me it would take a week maybe less maybe more. I need to bear with it
Omg, this has been happening to me for a full week now. Contractions start, then abruptly stop. I feel like I will never have this baby. I went to the hospital after losing my mucus plug last week and having contractions and it was false and now it has been a week of this. Mentally, it is making me anxious, depressed, and frustrated.
I am so sorry Lana. This type of labor can be so rough both mentally and physically. One website that might be helpful to check out is www.milescircuit.com/
I am 38 weeks and in the same boat. Painful contractions for days that stop abruptly. Interfering with my life and makes me want to cry constantly.
Currently about 37weeks pregnant with my 3rd baby and I’m loving your content! I had about 4 days of prodromal labor with my 2nd and I swear last night as I was laying down for bed I started to have the start of super early labor. Had some diarrhea like cramps and just felt off all night but was thankfully still able to rest. Hopefully this means baby will come soonish!
So glad you are enjoying the content. I have my fingers crossed that you don't experience the same prodromal labor with baby #3. Sending you positive labor thoughts! Alice
I am on day 6 of prodromal....38 weeks. It is getting more painful and intense each day. The worst part is the dismissal from medical professionals. They act like I'm not in pain and say I will have a lot of trouble with the pain of "real" labor. Probably the worst thing you could say to a woman experiencing hours of non stop contractions daily and nightly. I never get a break in between contractions. It's like one long four hour contraction.
I’m so sorry Megan. It sucks!! Have you tried baths with epsom salt (a lot of salt in the bath)?
@@birthtoolbox yes, it helps. Water has also helped a lot in the past day. I didn't realize how dehydrated I had become after days of contractions. Thank you for the tips.
Thinking about you and hoping that you have found some relief by either having a baby or the prodromal labor slowing down.
I had my baby on Saturday night and, while I had some relief from prodromal labor for about a week before labor, my labor went very fast! I got an epidural at 8 cm and it slowed it down to a reasonable pace. I dilated from 5 to 8 cm in an hour... it was moving fast (this is my first labor). He was born after only 10 pushes. I do think the pre-labor contractions made 'real labor' faster. My recommendation is to trust your body. If it feels different, get ready! Could go really fast.
@@meganpadgett9719 hey megan hope you and your son are in good health ❤️ i am experiencing prodromal labour since a week now. Went to hospital twice. But was sent home both times. I am 2cm dilated now and they are telling me it might take a whole week still. Can you tell me how long it took you to dilate to 4cm? Did you find out? How it felt different when you got into true labour. I am so much in pain and exactly how your provider told you off, i was told I'll end up in C-section if my pain threshold is so low. Although my ctg went upto 87-88 i was having extreme contractions i am dilating too. My cervix is 40% effaced 🥺please help
I was in thus type of labor. It was as painful as it was when I finally when back and was 8 cm. That lasted 40 hours of that pain. I couldn't sleep, they sent me back home after the first 28 hours b.c I had no change, still in a lot of pain. When I went back I was already 8, so I have no idea when real labor started
Wow, that sounds like quite a journey!
I'm almost 39 weeks, been feeling strong menstrual like cramps on and off, lots of pressure in my pelvis and very frequent and soft bowel movements for days now but no progress... It's not unbearable, just sooo excited to mee baby and it's disheartening that nothing is happening while I am having all the symptoms.
Your body is definitely getting ready!
I've had prodromal labor twice now waiting for baby #3 - the stop and start kind, on alternating nights. It's trippy!
It can be tough! Hang in there!
Going on 2 weeks with prodromal haha. I have been doing the miles circuit and it has helped a bit
That is rough! I hope you are able to get some rest before the real thing starts.
Sameeeee 😭
I had this with my first baby and I had never heard of the term in all the videos I watched to prepare for labor. I had diarrhea and cramps then real contractions that lasted 1 min and came every 5 min and I let that go like 2 hours and went to the hospital at about 2 1/2 cm dilated (I was already at that dilation at my last doc visit). I knew for sure I would progress but nothing changed after hours so they said it was probably best to labor more at home so I could at least rest and eat. This happened over and over, I could sleep a little but then contractions would pick back up. I went to the hospital twice and got sent home twice in 3 days. My doula then had me doing all kinds of walking down the street and up and down stairs and squats to progress. It was so tiring! The last day I finally went to the hospital because I thought it was time and they did an ultrasound because they observed that my fluid might be leaking. They said the baby had to be delivered for the safety of the baby so they let me stay, still at like 2 1/2 cm. I refused pitocin because I was trying to labor unmedicated. I agreed to get my water broken and that quickly picked up the contractions and I progressed to 4 cm shortly after. Then labor picked up overnight and I finally delivered in the morning. Total of 3 1/2 days in labor!
Experienced this with my son a week before he was born. Now I’ve had it off and on for a week with my little girl and I’m only 36+4 weeks now. The contractions are definitely noticeable and then stop abruptly every day basically. Drinking water nonstop and chewing ice chips too.
Hoping she’ll come early like her big bro!
It can be exhausting Carrie! Hang in there. She’s be in your arms before you know it.
I’ve been going through this for 5 weeks now. Started after my baby dropped which was around 32 weeks. I’m 36 weeks now and it’s gotten so much worse. Doctor has me on heavy bedrest. I stay extremely hydrated and that really doesn’t do much to help. My contractions go from 3 min apart to 10 minutes apart lasting hours sometimes all day and then just stop out of no where. Sometimes they increase in pain sometimes stay consistent in pain. Plus I’m always crampy. Like non stop period cramps in my back and lower abdomen. Tried taking a bath yesterday to sooth them and it actually made it worse. Plus I’m chasing my toddler around. It’s so discouraging and I’m physically and mentally exhausted.
I'm so sorry that you are suffering with this Mantis. Sending you thoughts for a peaceful uterus soon.
Gosh Momma, I so feel your pain! I had it at 29 weeks while I packed up our house for a move. Then started everytime I move around from 32 weeks(now 34 weeks). Trying to stop them, but only bedrest stops them. It's baby nr 4 for me and I'm a SAHM and Homeschooling mom, so it's been very challenging! Feeling super despondent today😞
I had this with my first child from weeks 36-39. I got a break for the last week and my son was born 40+2. It was rough. Hydrating did help a little bit. The real labor was fast and easy, but I asked for an epidural the moment I got to the hospital (5 cm) because I knew I couldn't handle the pain. The prodromal was enough pain... Now I'm 36+1 with #2 and the prodromal contractions have started again 🙂 glad I've been through it before, though, so Im not freaking out this time. Just exhausted running after a toddler 🤣🤣🤣
Yes, Megan! Prodromal can be really exhausting and running after a toddler is too!! I'm glad you aren't freaking out too. I hope your body will give you some peace before too long.
I had 4 days of prodromal labour and ended up needing a C-Section. It got to contractions being longer than a minute and a half, about 3 minutes apart and still no dilation. Then it slows down again or just stops for a couple of hours before starting again.
It felt like my body was glitching, I wouldn't have known what was happening if it wasn't for your video :)
Wow Laurika, you are a warrior!! Prodromal labor is tough.
I most definitely experienced prodromal labor a few nights ago (37 weeks tomorrow). Is it normal to feel nauseated, feel gassy, have back pain, have heartburn, have the chills, and/or have an increase in bowel movements during prodromal labor? It all probably lasted me about 4 hrs. Squatting in the shower, focusing on my breath, and making deep sounds helped me relax some. I'm just curious if I should expect that again or if perhaps I just ate something funny at the same time I had prodromal labor.
People can feel a wide array of symptoms, but I would give your care provider a call and let them know what you are experiencing. Even if it is the middle of the night you can call them.
I have this and I can’t sleep. It’s heavy contractions that are 8-10 minutes apart lasting about 1 minute each and has been happened for 5 days now. They hurt so bad I’d say the pain level is a 9/10. And I haven’t been getting any rest because of how often they happen.. what can I do to help me sleep without waking up every 10 minutes...
I am sorry you are experiencing this! It is hard. Make sure that you are well hydrated to start. If you have a bathtub, you might try a deep bath. Sometimes that can slow down contractions. You could also call your doctor/midwife for their suggestions. They might have suggestions on something to take to help you sleep.
Alice Turner I was actually in labor! So glad I trusted ,my instincts because when I went to the hospital I was already 4cm dilated! My baby girl is here and healthy but came very early (:
K Debris how far along were you ?
37+2 with third baby and have had 48 hours of this for it to then go away... Never had it before and goodness it's frustrating 😖 tried miles circuit and that didn't boost it. Going to give in and spend today resting
I'm so sorry Aby. Prodromal Labor can be SO EXHAUSTING!! I hope that you are able to rest today. Sending you a hug.
This started for me a couple days ago, contractions coming and going but no pattern and they don't really always get that painful
I hope you are able to get some rest with these. Sometimes they can be quite challenging.
I am 30 weeks pregnant and have been feeling prodromal labor since a month now. Doctor has put me isoxuprine hydrochloride tablets and i don't feel like the medicine is working on me. I am totally confused and worried at the same time about the contractions. Help!!!
I’m sorry you are expert this. It sounds like you are having pre term labor and not prodromal. I would reach out to your doctor again and express your concerns.
@@birthtoolbox thank you for the response Alice. U r doing great work.
I'm 28 weeks and been feeling contractions that are super painful...its my first baby and scared . No discharge and not dilating. Can't find any comfortable positions. What should I do?
I would call you doctor/midwife and let them know what is happening. At 28 weeks that is early for labor and you would want to alert them.
I keep feeling mine all in my lower back. does back cramping still count as prodromal?
Yes, you some people feel it in their back.
I've been dealing with this for about 4 days now I'm 39 weeks and 2 days with baby number 3
I’m so sorry Alacia! It can be so exhausting.
33 weeks rn my contractions seem to be super long and not much time in between. They’re really painful but they just stop after an hour or 2. 4th pregnancy so I’m familiar with the pain of labor and natural child birth and let me tell you, this hurts. I’ve almost went to the hospital over this but of course during COVID I don’t really want to make an unnecessary visit to the ER. Last night was my second night of experiencing this but I had 4 days between the first experience that lasted 2 hours and the second time which lasted about and hour and a half. The second time was much more painful than the first. I’m just worried that because of this I might not know when I really need to go to the hospital. My last pregnancy was preterm at 36 weeks but after gaining knowledge of prodromal labor I’m think maybe I had that with my last pregnancy but they ended up inducing my labor.
I'm so sorry KayTee. Prodromal labor can be painful and super tricky. Don't hesitate to call your care provider if you are experiencing something that might be labor.
I’ve been in prodromal labor for 5 days now. I’m mentally and physically exhausted pain was bad that I had to get a shot. Pain went away then come back. Contractions are so strong they make me pee on my self from the pressure. I had Braxton Hicks before and this don’t feel like no Braxton Hicks. I’m in tears sometimes. I feel my body pushing but still no cervical change. Im stuck at 3cm dilated and 80% effaced. I’m 36 weeks and they won’t induce me till week 39.
Hello Tionna, I am so sorry that you are struggling with prodromal labor right now. If you have access to a tub, I suggest taking a warm, deep bath. That could ease the pain. Also, make sure you are drinking a lot of water to avoid dehydration. I hope that you get some relief soon!
@@birthtoolbox thank you so much for this video 🙏. It gives me hope and support. I find walking through contractions helps. I am expected to deliver this week but we will see. I just reached week 37. The baths help me to relax as well.
I'm 39 weeks and I've been having contractions about 10 mins apart totally painful but not super painful. No change to my cervix though.. this is my 4th pregnancy and I live so far from the Hospital so it's hard on me I live in an hour from the closest Hospital
Yes, that is difficult Chelsey! Have you bags packed and ready to go. When you know it's the real thing then you can make your move!
I had this for days with my first. So far nothing yet. But I got it after I had a cervix strip each time(at 38weeks and 39) by my dr. With the last cervix strip I was already almost 4cm dialated and 39 weeks, lost my muccus plug twice after each strip also. Got mild contractions in the evening at home. Pretty close together. Id fall asleep and theyd be gone. Same the night after XD eventually still had to be induced at 40+1 cause baby was measuring smaller and dropping on the curve.
Im pregnant with my second and 39 weeks now. had no cervix strip and contractions, braxton hicks, ive been having early since week 24 or so and at 36 weeks I already had a cm opening. And lately they have gotten mildly painful or I can feel them in my lower back. But no prodromal labor yet.
Thankfully mine was never as bad to prevent me from sleeping or living nromally.
I'm glad they aren't so bad to keep you up and living life. Best of luck this time! BTW - your TH-cam channel is so creative!
I don't know if I am having this, but I have been having stabbing pains in both sides of pelvis, it is very strange they go away then come back. I am 39 wks and 5 days, This is my first pregnancy I do not know what to expect as far as pain. 🙄
Usually contractions don't feel like stabbing pain. It more of a tightening, menstrual cramp like feeling. You might be having the pelvic sensations from the baby getting lower.
@@birthtoolbox Oh okay, do you know if you can also get less swollen in feet and anckles as the due date approaches?
Swelling tends to go up slightly near the end.
My feet and anckles definitely unswelled this past days, I hope it is not a bad sign.
Decreased swelling is usually what people are hoping for!
This was very helpful! I may have this going on, so resting A LOT! Thanks Alice!
Yahoo!! Great work with resting.
@@birthtoolbox still going here.....week and a day past due date. Had bloody show this morning. But, contractions are still far apart and not consistent. Resting as much as I can, but it doesn't feel like really quality rest. But I'll keep trying.
@@annramirez3406 you got this Ann! Rest even if it’s bad rest.
This is hard to live through. I’m 32 weeks and a couple of days and been dealing with this for three days. I’ve been to triage and While dilated to 1CM , no further dilation after 2 hours.
However, mine is not nice where it’s only for a min or something. No. It’s 20 min, 40 min straight and the I may get 1-3 min of a break and then it continues.
12+ hours of this is exhausting. I feel terrified to deal with this for another 7 weeks.
I'm so sorry Holly. You are absolutely right, it is hard. I hope that you get some rest soon. Stay hydrated sometimes that will help!
Holly V! Omg I’m in the exact same position as you! Mine started at 33 weeks and I was 1cm when I went in. Then I went in again in 2 days because it was so bad and I really thought I was in labor this time. I was losing my mucous plug and my contractions were 4 minutes apart for a solid hour. I was dilated to 2 and 50% effaced. I was put in the hospital for 5 days to observe me. I am now 34 weeks and 2 days and a couple days ago I timed them from 3am until 8am and they were consistent at 5 minutes apart the whole night. I went in and wasn’t dilated anymore. I was so frustrated. This happens every other night between 10 and 10:30pm so I’m in a pattern. It’s awful. I am so frustrated and I’m pain on the nights it happens. Also every single day I have constant contractions through the whole day that I just ignore now but when that 10:30pm hour rolls around I get so upset. I am stressed. This is my second pregnancy and it’s been nothing but disaster and hard on me. My first one was easy peasy and completely different than this hell. She broke my water at 36 weeks and I never had any contractions except for bad Braxton Hicks on one day the week before she was born. I never felt pain in my uterus or anything. It was easy. This is awful. I’ve had the worst pregnancy from start to end.
I understand what you’re going through. Did you have your baby yet? If so, when did real labor begin for you?
@@diviningoildesigns yes - I ended up being induced because of hypertension concerns at 39 weeks. It was a divine birth. Still terribly painful, but was fast. Prob 4 hours total. Maybe 30 min or less of pushing.
Hang in there! Now I’m just working through that newborn no sleep phase
Holly V I’m glad you had a great birth. Tonight I’m feeling so much pressure... more than ever. This is so hard.
ive had this with all my babies and having it now from 34 weeks and im now 35+4 and its gotten worse the last two days, but it actually dilates me...
With my first i had it for a week and had to take midwives brew for it to put me in active labor.
With my Twins i had it for weeks and finally went in at 35+6 , painless contractions coming every 2-3 minutes and i was 6 CM not in active labor, they wouldnt progress me with pitocin unless i dilated more, i got to a 7 the next day admitted, and they finally gave me Pitocin to kick me into active labor because my contractions were not strong enough.. i didnt feel pain from contractions until 9 cm cause of the pitocin.
Im terrified that its happening again...
I hope labor slows down for you this time!
Hi Alice, I am 39 weeks and 4 days I feel like this is what I have been going through the las 3 nights I have been having contractions all throughout the night with last night the contractions being stronger but as soon as it’s daytime they stop and I get them here and there through out the day but nothing like at night. Very frustrating...
Very normal and very frustrating too!! Sending you positive thoughts for labor to pick up soon.
I am facing this right now and its been almost a week I am trying to stay sane but all I do is rest and drink water and try to stay relaxed but now I am get frustrated and upset I am 35 weeks and 4 days I did call my ob office and they said well we can check you tomorrow see theres any progress but honestly there's no point in me driving 2 hrs for what I am assuming is no progress and I also have a normal appointment Monday just wish there was more to do
This is really tough. I am so sorry! Rest and hydration is important. I wish there was more that I could suggest.
I call it natural torture
Yes, it can be rough!
Everyone talks about prodromal labor more in those last few weeks and how to get it to turn into active labor. I am at 34 weeks with it, I don't want it to turn into active labor and have a preemie again, I just want it to stop 😥. It happens almost every night at the exact same time like clockwork and I am just so exhausted.
Yes, Rae Anna. This is such a difficult situation. I am so sorry that you are going through this. Have you seen any luck with epsom salt baths? Hydrating with baths could help. It is so exhausting and it would be great to find something to ease the activity.
@@birthtoolbox I have been doing epsom salt baths, magnesium sprays, a glass of Pedialyte a day, as well as my 8 glasses of water a day. Some nights they end after a few hours other nights they are just stubborn and I am up most of the night. It's so sporadic.
I really just want to make it to term with this one but at this point I don't know how I will have the energy left to actually labor and push 😔
@@raeanna451 WOW, it sounds like you are doing all the right things. I hope that you will have a slow down to the contractions soon! Sending you a hug.
@@birthtoolbox thanks, I am just hoping this means maybe I will have a shorter active labor, but I know that not a guarantee