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Aly764
Isla Grace born on 11/15/13 <3
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Alyssa
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42 weeks... prodromal labor
I have been experiencing prodromal labor for about a week now. It is the most frustrating thing because it really feels like real labor.
I haven't really slept in 3 nights and I am frustrated to the point of tears. I keep getting STRONG contractions that are so painful I can't speak or move but they remain random between 8-20 min apart. Or I'll have quick contractions that are 3-5 min apart but more mild and uncomfortable but not painful. They might stop completely for 20-30 min and then they start up again.
I am getting a LOT of mucus discharge (sorry for the TMI) sometimes pink or with a little red blood in it. It comes out everytime I go to the bathroom.
Yet nothing seems to be progressing into active labor.
I feel like this baby is never going to be here! Anyone else experience anything like this??
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Posted 11/15/13 10:01 AM  |
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Kidsaplenty
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Re: 42 weeks... prodromal labor
I experienced this with my first, and it was due to her being in a bad position (posterior). I think being on your hands and knees can help rotate them. I hope it's over for you soon! 
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| Posted 11/15/13 10:10 AM |
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mommy2B3
2 boys 2 girls!!!!
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Re: 42 weeks... prodromal labor
Im experiencing this, this time around but im only 38 weeks. But ive had my DH leave work a few times now thinking im in labor, for it to stop (he works an hour away and my labors with my first 2 were pretty fast).
Have they stripped your membranes?
Id try bouncing on those big gym balls and walk until u think u cant walk anymore. As hard as it is try and relax urself, take a bath and listen to soft music with lights dimmed.
You are almost there and that little girl will be soo worth it, but it sux when u have to deal with this bc it feels like its never ending. Labor vibes coming ur way!!!
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| Posted 11/15/13 10:19 AM |
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Aly764
Isla Grace born on 11/15/13 <3
Member since 6/12 1021 total posts
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Alyssa
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Re: 42 weeks... prodromal labor
Posted by mommy2B3
Im experiencing this, this time around but im only 38 weeks. But ive had my DH leave work a few times now thinking im in labor, for it to stop (he works an hour away and my labors with my first 2 were pretty fast).
Have they stripped your membranes?
Id try bouncing on those big gym balls and walk until u think u cant walk anymore. As hard as it is try and relax urself, take a bath and listen to soft music with lights dimmed.
You are almost there and that little girl will be soo worth it, but it sux when u have to deal with this bc it feels like its never ending. Labor vibes coming ur way!!!
I've had my membranes stripped 3 times- all its done was make me really uncomfortable and bring on more contractions that eventually fade. I am trying everything in the book to make it happen. I really thought yesterday was the day.
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| Posted 11/15/13 10:30 AM |
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mommy2B3
2 boys 2 girls!!!!
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Re: 42 weeks... prodromal labor
Posted by Aly764
Posted by mommy2B3
Im experiencing this, this time around but im only 38 weeks. But ive had my DH leave work a few times now thinking im in labor, for it to stop (he works an hour away and my labors with my first 2 were pretty fast).
Have they stripped your membranes?
Id try bouncing on those big gym balls and walk until u think u cant walk anymore. As hard as it is try and relax urself, take a bath and listen to soft music with lights dimmed.
You are almost there and that little girl will be soo worth it, but it sux when u have to deal with this bc it feels like its never ending. Labor vibes coming ur way!!!
I've had my membranes stripped 3 times- all its done was make me really uncomfortable and bring on more contractions that eventually fade. I am trying everything in the book to make it happen. I really thought yesterday was the day.
Oh man, im srry, i read it had a good success rate but ive never had it done before.. hopefully the blood in ur mucus is ur bloody show and starts labor asap! And praying ur delivery goes amazingly easy since uve been thru soo much!!
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| Posted 11/15/13 10:42 AM |
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jax1023
LIF Adult
Member since 3/07 1165 total posts
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Jackie
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42 weeks... prodromal labor
Google the miles circuit and give it a try. If your having prodromal labor because of malpostitioned baby, it should help.
I'm convinced that this helped get labor really going with my ds.
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| Posted 11/15/13 11:11 AM |
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KroertGS
LIF Infant
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42 weeks... prodromal labor
Cat stretches? Castor oil? :( You're almost there!!
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| Posted 11/15/13 12:03 PM |
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KatiNoE
LIF Adolescent
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Kati
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Re: 42 weeks... prodromal labor
I'm so sorry you have to deal with this pain and frustration! I've heard that a strong leg/ankle/foot massage can bring on labor. Maybe do some stretches and then go for a nice long pedicure. You may not be getting one for a while so it may be a nice treat at this point. Good luck!!!
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| Posted 11/15/13 12:57 PM |
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