Bloody show and contraction question

[Mummato2]

Hi Guys,

I was induced with my first, so I am not sure what to expect.

I had a bloody show tonight (brownish) after loosing plug all day. I've also had a few contractions throughout the day which caught me by surprise.

Does it sound as though this may happen within the next day or so or does this sound like a pre-labour thing that can go on for the next couple of weeks etc

Thanks in advance

[Lisa]

Sounds very promising hun. I would say it is more likely going to happen in the next day or so. How strong are the contractions? Are they coming regularly?
Sending strong labour vibes your way

I have always had my baby within hours of losing my mucus plug so hopefully it will be similar for you
Wishing you all the very best

[Mummato2]

Thanks babe xxx

The contractions were enough to stop me in my tracks BUT very, very spaced out.

Then with that happening today, the bloody show this evening - I was more excited by that than the contrx.

Thank you for the great vibes - I'll let you know if this is it!!

[Linzy]

OOoOOOOOoooOO!! Sounds promising!! Just don't do what I did and lie down all day...i would have had my son on the friday night if I'd stayed on my feet longer but I had read to lie down and rest, which actually slowed my contractions down..I ended up having my son very early sunday morning

[Lisa]

My contrax with Anelise were really similar... no real pattern until transition. Like Linzy my contrax slowed down when I layed down and I didn't mind, but then my water broke and it was systems go from there on.
Try to get some rest. Tomorrow will most likely be a big day for you!

[Macca79]

With both my boys I had a show several days before they came. If you can relax and just wait for nature to take its course. Babes come when they are ready too and yours sounds as though its on its way.

[CinderToriella]

OOoOOOOOoooOO!! Sounds promising!! Just don't do what I did and lie down all day...i would have had my son on the friday night if I'd stayed on my feet longer but I had read to lie down and rest, which actually slowed my contractions down..I ended up having my son very early sunday morning

Interesting i know they do say to stay on your feet, but what if say you have contractions in the middle of the night OR u are so so tired, should u rest or try and stay active?

[Mummato2]

Shell, the way I see it is if you can rest - then do it!!

I'd rather have a bit of sleep and know that I have the energy for labour and life with a newborn vs staying active, wearing myself out and then getting the new baby adrenalin rush that happens which prevents you sleeping anyway!

It comes down to personal preference