Are false labors normal during pregnancy?

Uterine contractions in late pregnancy mean that delivery is imminent. However, many pregnant women often experience symptoms of latent uterine contractions due to anxiety or work pressure. This is very worrying for women who are pregnant for the first time. Let’s discuss whether false labor in mid-pregnancy is normal? Hope the ladies can understand this.

What is false labor?

In the later stages of pregnancy, the uterine muscles begin to become more sensitive and irregular contractions may occur. It lasts for a short time, has weak energy, or is limited to the lower part of the uterus. It stops after a few hours and cannot dilate the cervix. This is a false labor. Its characteristics are that the time of its appearance is irregular and its level varies from time to time. When false labor occurs, pregnant mothers do not need to see a doctor, and can alleviate it with a little adjustment.

How many false labor contractions a day is normal?

There is no fixed answer to this question. Generally speaking, as long as the frequency of uterine contractions does not exceed ten times an hour, it is considered to be false labor, and pregnant women do not need to worry too much. However, if the uterine contractions do not exceed ten times per hour, but are accompanied by abdominal pain, then this situation is diagnosed as uterine contractions and you need to see a doctor in time.

What to do if you have false labor

If you find that you have false labor, generally speaking, you don't need to take special medication, because taking medication will not only fail to relieve the symptoms, but may also cause the medication to harm the fetus. So, what should you do at this time? It is recommended that everyone must pay attention to rest and not stimulate their abdomen. If conditions permit, it is best to lie down and sleep, which can help you relieve the symptoms to a great extent.