is it labour or not?

[mich80]

Im 36 weeks pregnant and for the past 2 days now ive been have intence cramping in between my thighs and bottom which gets worse when i walk anywhere(i cant even go out of the house its that uncomforable) It feels like when you get a cramps in the calf of foot muscle.Now just this morning i have a mild lower back which wont subside. Ive had a couple of scares this pregnancy and everything turned out fine. Can anyone tell me if they had or know anyone who has had problems like this before labour or its it labour!.

thanks michelle

[LittleBoysRock]

I had similar symptoms for days before I went into labour. It could be the real thing or it could be your body getting ready.

I guess only time will tell. :)

Goodluck with everything, it's such an exciting time!! :)

[reAllytee]

Sounds like your body is just getting ready for the main performance but of course keep an eye on it !
I had really bad braxton-hicks so i was terrified i wouldnt know the difference but i did ! Always remember BH will settle down after awhile & stop whereas the real thing only intensifies. As well as that i kept getting pains in & around my groin which was bubs shifting as well as my body letting things get ready.
Just try & keep calm maybe have a nice warm/hot shower/bath to take your mind off it. But basically keep note of whats happening & always remember if in doubt you can always call the birthing unit cause everyones experience is different. Thats what i did & they were great & very helpful.

Hope all goes well :)

[Snugglepot]

I agree with Allyoo, it sounds like your body is still getting ready for the main event! The pain really starts and stops with contractions. I found I was uncomfortable all day before labour started. I would still check with your doc/midwife to reassure yourself.

Good luck with it all