I have no idea....

[longpinkamazing]

I was induced with my daugter so i have no idea what it feels like or what to expect if i start on my own this time. I am due tomorrow.
I walked to the chemist earlier and i had to stop cause i got this shooting pain and cramping in my stomach and all the way round my back and down my leg. I could not walk.
It lasted abut 2 mins then wore off. Since then i have had very mild period pains low down and cramping. Back ache as well.

Sounds silly but when is a good idea to call L&D?
I do not want to go and waste my time if nothing major is happening. I can walk about and do stuff i am just very uncomfortable with period pain and bac ache.

Midwife said i am 2/5 ceph.

 

[fuffins1981]

From what I remember, it is like period cramps with a pulling/dragging sensation.

They should last 40-60 secs (I think)

And should call them when you are having at least 2 every 10 mins (I think lol)

try timing the pains on www.contractionmaster.com

Good luck
Hope this is your time

 

[BeckyJ]

im a 1st timer so dont know for sure but i understand them to be as fuffins said

 

[keli]

Yep i agree i've been told contractions should be coming every 5 mins before going into hospital. If your worried or whatever give them a call anyway. Good luck hope this is it for you xx