37 Weeks and Cramping

Hey! I am 37w and I have had period like cramps throughout the day. In the afternoon they lasted for about 2 hours. Then they went away but now they are back! My baby is moving like crazy when these cramps are happening. Is this normal?

Re: 37 Weeks and Cramping

God bless you for going this long. You are cooking that baby to perfection. I gave birth at 37 weeks with all three. Good luck and I hope you feel well.

Re: 37 Weeks and Cramping

could be contractions. I would call the dr. just to be sure.

I felt the same way for 2 weeks before I had DS, turns out I was dilating slowly and going through the early stage of labor.

Re: 37 Weeks and Cramping

I went to the doctor on Sat and I wasnt dilated at all. I guess I will call tomorrow if this is still happening. Thanks!

Also, I have ZERO discharge. Sorry for the TMI but I keep reading that I should have a lot at this point. I havent had any at all during my pregnancy. Would discharge increase if it was labor?

Re: 37 Weeks and Cramping

Drink more water! My midwife told me that if I don't drink enough water you will get cramping...esp at this point (and in this heat!)

Re: 37 Weeks and Cramping

I've been cramping since 35 weeks and I'm still preggo 2 days before my dd. My doc always tells me to drink water.

Re: 37 Weeks and Cramping

I have to agree with the drinking water...it will make the cramping and any contractions get better (unless of course you're in active labor).