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Signs of Labor

What are the signs of labor? What are the things you can expect to happen before knowing that your cervix is starting to open.  Learn more about the signs of labor here.

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Symptoms of Baby Dropping (Lightening): Is 35 Weeks to Early?

June 1, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

People may ask you if your baby has dropped yet, or your provider may say that baby has dropped -- …

Symptoms of Baby Dropping (Lightening): Is 35 Weeks to Early?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Pains of Pregnancy, Signs of Labor

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Signs of Labor

April 6, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Knowing if you're going into labor will dominate a good part of your time as you get closer to your …

Signs of LaborRead More

Category: Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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Cramping at 24 Weeks Pregnant

March 23, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Cramping during your second trimester of pregnancy can be worrisome. What should you do if …

Cramping at 24 Weeks PregnantRead More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Signs of Labor

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39 Weeks Pregnant with Extreme Fatigue & Tiredness

February 25, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you headed towards you due date and feeling a TON of fatigue as you go about your day.  …

39 Weeks Pregnant with Extreme Fatigue & TirednessRead More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Signs of Labor

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How Dilated Are You When You Lose Your Mucus Plug?

February 16, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Losing you mucus plug sounds as magical as it is... but what does that surprise when you wipe or …

How Dilated Are You When You Lose Your Mucus Plug?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Signs of Labor

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How Long Can You Stay 1 cm Dilated?

February 9, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you pregnant and curious about how long you might stay 1cm dilated? As a soon-to-be mom, it's …

How Long Can You Stay 1 cm Dilated?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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When Will the Hospital Admit You For Labor?

February 1, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

When should you go the hospital to have your baby?  Most people don't want to go to the …

When Will the Hospital Admit You For Labor?Read More

Category: Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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Increased Baby Movements Before Labor

January 25, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Have you noticed your baby moving around more and more as your due date approaches? It may seem like …

Increased Baby Movements Before LaborRead More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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Light Pink Spotting Discharge at 38 Weeks Pregnant

January 19, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

If you're having some light pink spotting you may wonder what's going on. For much of your early …

Light Pink Spotting Discharge at 38 Weeks PregnantRead More

Category: Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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Bleeding at 20 Weeks of Pregnancy

January 6, 2023 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Vaginal bleeding at any point during pregnancy can make you really worried. But, the worries change …

Bleeding at 20 Weeks of PregnancyRead More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Prenatal Care, Signs of Labor

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Can Labor Start While Sleeping?

December 22, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Can labor start while you're sleeping? Can you sleep through early labor? How can you sleep …

Can Labor Start While Sleeping?Read More

Category: Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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36 Weeks Pregnant and Feeling Pressure “Down Below” — What’s wrong?

November 21, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

As your pregnancy progresses, you may start to feel more pressure down below. This is normal and is …

36 Weeks Pregnant and Feeling Pressure “Down Below” — What’s wrong?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Signs of Labor

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Where do You Feel Contractions?

November 18, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you feeling contractions? If so, it's important to know where they feel strongest. Contractions …

Where do You Feel Contractions?Read More

Category: Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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36 weeks Pregnant – Cervix is 1 cm dilated: When will labor start?

November 17, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

At your 36 week check-up your doctor might ask you if you want a vaginal exam to check how dilated …

36 weeks Pregnant – Cervix is 1 cm dilated: When will labor start?Read More

Category: Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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34 Weeks Pregnant: What are the symptoms of preterm labor?

November 3, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

At around the 34th week of pregnancy, you might be wondering when labor will start. It's normal to …

34 Weeks Pregnant: What are the symptoms of preterm labor?Read More

Category: Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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Is a Headache an Early Sign of Labor at 38 Weeks: Is something wrong?

October 27, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

If you're 38 weeks pregnant, you're in the home stretch! You're probably feeling eager and impatient …

Is a Headache an Early Sign of Labor at 38 Weeks: Is something wrong?Read More

Category: Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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Do You Lose Weight Before Labor?

September 16, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

One question that often comes up during pregnancy is whether or not you lose weight before labor. …

Do You Lose Weight Before Labor?Read More

Category: Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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Hard Belly During Your Third Trimester of Pregnancy: Is it OK?

September 8, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

If you're pregnant and feeling a hard stomach, you may be wondering if something is wrong. In most …

Hard Belly During Your Third Trimester of Pregnancy: Is it OK?Read More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Signs of Labor

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37 Weeks Pregnant & Having Period Pains? What it means from a labor nurse

August 15, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you experiencing any period-like pains at 37 weeks pregnant? You're definitely not alone! In …

37 Weeks Pregnant & Having Period Pains? What it means from a labor nurseRead More

Category: Healthy Pregnancy, Labor & Birth, Signs of Labor

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37 Weeks Pregnant Lots of Movement and Pressure

May 28, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you 37 weeks pregnant and experiencing a lot of movement and pressure? You're not alone! Most …

37 Weeks Pregnant Lots of Movement and PressureRead More

Category: Signs of Labor

pregnant woman in pain

Period Pains and Backache On and Off at 36 Weeks of Pregnancy — Is it Labor?

May 27, 2022 //  by Hilary Erickson, BSN RN

Are you 36 weeks pregnant and experiencing period-like pains and backache? Congratulations - you're …

Period Pains and Backache On and Off at 36 Weeks of Pregnancy — Is it Labor?Read More

Category: Signs of Labor

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