Please help am I in labor what do you think?

Question

I am not sure if I am having contractions or not my stomach gets really tight and my v****a hurts but I am more uncomfortable than in pain every time the baby moves I want to scream it hurts so bad I am in a lot of pain my lower back hurts really bad I have been having these little contractions for about 2 days every 20 min or so but nothing incredibly painful I only get a few of those I am not eating very well and I have diarrhea When I went to the doctor last week he said I was 2 cm 70% effaced I don't want to go to the hospital for nothing because I live 45 min away but I also don't want to not go because I live that far away does anyone have any suggestions?

Answer 1

Sounds like labor to me...pack up and get going!  Good Luck!

Answer 2

I guess it's time!!!!!

Good luck and God Bless!!!

Answer 3

it sounds like the onset of labour, back pain is very common during labour. if i was you i would phone the midwife and describe it to her, i had all these symptoms before i went into established labour the pain the diahrorrea. count the seconds between each contraction and because you live so far from the hospital i would leave when they are about 10mins apart just to make sure you get there in time. dont worry about bothering the hospital it is there job to look after you. good luck

Answer 4

get an ambulance?

Answer 5

I would go. since you live so far away. these are all signs of early labor. Its better be safe then sorry wouldn't want to have the baby in the car..... gl have fun, be calm

Answer 6

it sounds like you could be in the early stages, i would start timing contractions, midwifes say the ideal time to go in to hospital is wen there 5 mins apart and lasting 50-60 seconds, and will get alot more painful, good luck and hope your not waiting around to long,xx

Answer 7

SOUNDS LIKE YOU NEED TO GET TO THE HOSPITAL!!!

Answer 8

Because of the tightness in your stomach and the rectal pressure my conclusion is that you are probably in the early stages of labor and you need to go to the hospital. The diarrhea also could be threat to your health because it will dehydrate you and thats not good for you or the baby so start consuming more fluids mainly water its the best for you. so start packing a bag for the hospital cause it'll be best for you to stay at the hospital until they give you a proffesional diagnosis. Good luck and your baby will be the most beautiful and aweinspiring thing in your life! be the best mother you can be!

Answer 9

It sounds like real labor but It's difficult to say whether you should head to the hospital right yet because your contractions aren't that close together but that can change very quickly. Too, you say you are in much discomfort and have a lot of pressure. I think you should try checking yourself or having your significant other check to see how far dilated you are. If you are 4 or more cm then I suggest to head for the hospital.You can always call the hospital or your doctor and ask what they recommend. Good luck and Congratulations!  

Answer 10

If you are having painful contractions, then go the hospital.  Otherwise, I would stay home because it's more comfortable at home.  You are probably in the early phase of labor.

Answer 11

if its only a little and happens for a prolonged period of time. and the pain stops after a while. you should be fine, maybe you should stay in a hotel near the hospital cuz you want those drugs as close to you as possible.

Answer 12

To me, it sounds like labor.  I suggest you go to the hospital, and depending on how many months you've been pregnant, stay there for a while, and get a check up.  I suggest going to the hospital just in case!

Best of luck!

P.S.  Also, maybe get someone else to drive you there... It could be dangerous on your own in case you have another one of these 'contractions'. :)  

Answer 13

Get going and good luck!