38+3 dull ache

All through the night I’ve been getting a dull ache in my labia/clitoris, it doesn’t feel like lightning crotch. I can’t sleep because of it and I’ve been up all night with an upset stomach, is this a sign?

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I've had the EXACT same all night at 39+1. Who knows if it's a sign yet, but I have got my first sweep today, so should be able to tell if it's doing anything

It’s horrible isn’t it! I’ve not really had much cramping just this pain! Hope your sweep goes ok, please keep me posted on what the midwife says!
I’m booked in for a section on weds so I’m not seeing anyone until then

I've been having consistent period type cramps for the last 2 weeks, on top of the Braxton Hicks tightenings... just missing the actual contractions 😫😂

The aching is such a strange sensation. I don't know whether it's just an increase blood flow to the area potentially?

But I'll definitely feedback.

Ahhh not long, then!!

Verdict was that I'm already 3cm, my midwife hasn't had such an easy sweep in years, baby is definitely ready, and it's just a case of waiting on contractions now 😶

Amazing! How are you feeling now? ❤️

Still very much the same so far. Maybe just a bit more pressure and crampy. Still have the dull type ache. Just hoping we get some contractions kicking into gear in the next 48 hours now 🤞🏻

Fingers and toes crossed for you!!! 🤞good luck ❤️

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