39weeks+5

I haven’t really had any signs of labour. They’ve booked me for a stretch and sweep Thursday and then to be induced next Wednesday (41weeks) .
I’ve been getting small pains like tightening but not regular and wondering should I be worried. (First baby )
Baby’s head has been engaged for 3and 1/2 weeks now.

And just to add he’s pushing into my ribs so hard it’s hurting.

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Hey I'm 39+3 and completely understand how you're feeling. Let's not get disheartened as I'm constantly told first time babies are late and given you can still go on to 41 weeks, there is plenty of time. Stay strong mama and I'm constantly doing small things to make me feel I'm aiding the big day and not paying attention to the signs but my input. Usual stuff dates, rasberry tea, ball bouncing, walks etc. Fingers crossed for both of us!

Thanks so much for the feels like I’m not the only one to feel like this just felt like I’m waiting and waiting but not sure what to expect or do…

I've heard that many times with first babies they come naturally later than due date. I personally wouldn't worry till about 42 weeks as long as there is not other issue with the pregnancy/baby

He’s here was a long labour but came dead on 40 weeks x

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Hi, I’m 4 months postpartum, little one sleeps through the night and is formula fed, the last week I’ve felt extremely tired and very hungry! Just wondered if anyone else has felt this way/experienced this?

Hey what are your current symptoms?

I’m 37+5

I’m pretty mobile still but anything over a hour or 2 and I’m in discomfort

Getting up from a sitting position is hard

Some of baby’s movements now are bordering on painful especially around my crotch/pelvis

I’m exhausted very easily and nap every single day

Can basically only breathe out my mouth now and I’m snoring and dribbling 😂

Standing in one leg is very painful 😂

Some waves of pain/ tightening but I regular and mild

Low period type aches

And I feel like a fire breathing dragon with this acid reflux

My nose is growing 😂

My fingers swell slightly and go numbs in my sleep so that and constant toilet breaks keep me up ( checked swelling with MW and consultant and all normal, not a worry)

I also do not want to be social in person like I’d rather everyone just be my penpal atm lol

What are your symptoms?

Planned c section

Has anyone had a planned c section and been home the same day?