Feeling of period pain in late pregnancy

Many pregnant women experience some discomfort in the late stages of pregnancy. Many people will even become very worried because of some small noises. In fact, during this period, if mothers feel menstrual pain, it is likely the feeling of uterine contractions. Everyone knows that uterine contractions are likely to be a precursor to labor. If you encounter this, how should you deal with it? Let’s explain this in detail today.

Before giving birth, many expectant mothers are worried and think that any slight movement is a sign of delivery. In fact, mothers should relax and uterine contractions are not scary. The most intuitive description of the feeling of uterine contractions is that the abdomen feels tight and hard, and the waves of contractions are called uterine contractions. Weak contractions may not be felt or may be similar to the lower abdominal pain during menstruation. When the contractions come like waves, the pain spreads to the lower abdomen, or there is a feeling of back pain and bowel movement in the lower abdomen, this contraction is preparing for the birth of the baby.

What do contractions feel like?

As the name suggests, uterine contraction is the contraction of the uterus. It is an important feature of women during pregnancy. It usually occurs in the last few months of pregnancy, especially in the last few weeks, and irregular uterine contractions will occur. Contractions are irregular and weak at first, but over time they become more regular and stronger, lasting longer and with shorter intervals between them.

So what does it feel like to have contractions? Generally, when the fetus moves, if you put your hand on your abdomen, you can feel it hardening from time to time, but the contractions at this time are still not painful and there is no regularity.

However, when the due date arrives, uterine contractions are accompanied by pain, which is a precursor to delivery. Some women feel the pain in the abdomen at the beginning of uterine contractions, while others feel it in the waist. But there is no need to be nervous, because as long as the contractions are not strong, you may not feel anything, or it may feel like lower abdominal pain during menstruation. However, the intensity of these pains varies from person to person.

The contractions come like waves, and the pain spreads to the lower abdomen, or there is a feeling of lower back pain and defecation. This kind of contraction is in preparation for the birth of the baby. When you encounter it, relax. Just cooperate with the doctor and use the breathing exercises you have practiced to coordinate the contractions, and you can successfully go through the delivery.

What to do if you have uterine contractions

What should I do when I have contractions? Expectant mothers do not need to be nervous. The first step is to lie flat, close your eyes, and breathe deeply through your nose. The second step is to breathe deeply through your mouth and relax your abdomen. The third step is to inhale through your nose, hold your breath, and then exhale deeply. This process can help you relieve a lot of discomfort.

Starting from the second trimester, the expectant mother's belly will become bigger and bigger. As the due date approaches, the fetus will rise and fall and uterine contractions will occur frequently. The expectant mother will feel that the fetus is falling, making it very inconvenient to move. At this time, she must pay more attention to rest.

If frequent uterine contractions and frequent fetal movements are abnormal manifestations, expectant mothers must remember to go to the hospital for regular check-ups. If any abnormalities occur, the doctor will recommend a cesarean section in advance. There is no need to be nervous at this time. Don't worry, the doctor will do his best to ensure the health of both adults and children.