Signs labour is coming…

What are the first signs you remember that Labour is coming?

It’s my third but all pregnancies have been so different. My son I lost my mucus plug and reduced movement. With my daughter my waters broke.

Today I am extremely uncomfortable, no matter where I am or what position I’m in. Going to the toilet more often (2) & baby has been so active but feels a lot lower.

Im just curious if there is other things that have happened that could be a sign but im unaware of.

Please help 🧡

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I got really fatigued more than normal, literally fell asleep soon as lay down, any time of day.
Both pregnancy’s I had loose bowls day before going in to labour. Waters broke 1st for both, don’t remember loosing any plugs with either pregnancy

Ive heard of loose bowels or vomiting can be a sign as your body is clearing out ready. But thats not for everyone. I dont remember what my first sign was but my waters didnt break until many hours into labour. I think it was at least 4am when they went, I went in at 9pm and was sent home as not dilated enough ha x

I didn't really have any major signs with my daughter I don't think. My contractions just started very mildly at 8:30pm and she was born at 6:20am the next day (10 hours start to finish). My waters didn't break until I started pushing.

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