Patient's question:
After the due date, recently feeling like menstrual cramps, is it about to be time to give birth?Doctor's answer:
Hello, this situation should not be a sign of preterm labor. Generally, pregnant women experience the following symptoms before giving birth. You can pay attention to these points.Signs of Preterm Labor
Contractions: The uterus contracts. At first, these contractions are irregular and weak, but they gradually become more regular, stronger, and longer-lasting. The interval between contractions shortens. If the interval is 5–10 minutes and the contraction lasts for 20 seconds, you must go to the hospital.
Rupture of Membranes (Water Breaking): This occurs when the amniotic sac breaks, causing amniotic fluid to flow out of the vagina. Amniotic fluid is a colorless liquid and cannot be controlled even by straining to hold urine.
Bloody Show: When the cervix slowly opens, a small amount of bloody mucus may be expelled from the vagina.