![]() ![]() I’m embarrassed to call my doctor/midwife because I’m not sure if it’s the real thing…what should I do?Ĭall your doctor/midwife! If it’s between suffering from a little embarrassment and having an accidental home birth without a healthcare professional, it seems like a pretty easy choice. If there is no sign of dilation, or if it is the same as the last exam or a very small change, then you are likely experiencing prodromal labor. The doctor or midwife will likely perform a pelvic exam to understand if your cervix has begun to dilate. Most healthcare providers will begin by collecting information on the timing of your contractions if they’ve increased in intensity, and how long they have been going on for (so make sure you write it down!). However, if it is your first pregnancy or if you have not gone through prodromal labor in previous pregnancies, it might take a trip to the doctor to be sure. Prodromal labor contractions may happen very close together (say, every 5 minutes) and may be more painful than the Braxton Hicks contractions you’ve already been through.įor women who have experienced prodromal labor before, they may be able to sort out if they’re experiencing the real deal. It is not always easy to determine at home whether what you are experiencing is the “real thing” or not. Will I be able to tell them apart without an exam by my healthcare provider?
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