Cervix Check Tips?

I have one more appointment before my due date, and so far I’ve managed to avoid having my cervix checked. But with all the Braxton Hicks contractions and period-like cramps I’ve been feeling, I’m thinking I might go ahead and opt for the check this time. For those of you who’ve had it done, what was your experience like?

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Depends who is doing it. Some doctor can do it very gently and it barely hurts, some are very awful. Its one of those things to be brave for. You got this!

Ask yourself what would it change for you?
If you are not opening you may feel disheartened. If you are, it may cause you to stress or they make even break your water or bring on labour quicker than normal.
Checks are the first step of intervention and if you are wanting a natural birth then maybe its best to avoid this..
Baby will come when baby is ready
Dialiation can happy very rapidly so checks are not necessarily and indicator for whats about to happen.
I avoided any up until right when I was pushing involuntarily and im so glad I did.
I also had intense braxton hicks for weeks before to the point where I was sure labour had begun but just let it take its course

Stay relaxed. Don't let your body tense up or it will not feel good

I had it done multiple times and when I realized that if I wasn't focusing on relaxing that it huuuurt I made sure to close my eyes and take deep breaths

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