Question 1

what symptoms are associated with short labor?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding, emergency.: Short labors can lead to home births and profuse bleeding after the placenta delivers - therefore they can be emergencies requiring 911 calls and ambulance rides.

Question 2

what are some early labor signs?

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As follows;: Cramping which starts out far apart and becomes more regular and more painful. You may leak fluid and may have bleeding. If you are ever unsure, check with your doctor right away.

Question 3

what are labor signs at 38 weeks pregnant?

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Early contractions: You will probably feel the baby "drop" which means it is getting lower in the pelvis, in preparation for childbirth.  You probably will have intermittent contractions, known as Braxton-Hicks contractions, again in preparation for childbirth.  As the time draws nearer to delivery the contractions will become stronger and more frequent.

Question 4

what to do if i could not tolerate labor pain?

Accepted Answer

Epidural: Get an epidural.  This will take away much of the pain of labor.

Question 5

where exactly is back labor pain located?

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Low back and pelvis: Low back and pelvic regions.  Also the buttocks and thighs can be painful.

Question 6

where is labor pain in my back concentrated?

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Baby: The pressure and additional weight produced by the baby in the enlarged uterus translates force to the lower back.

Question 7

how can i know that the labor pain is started?

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Ask your OB: If you don't have an OB then if will become apparent when the contractions are strong and come regularly--only a few minutes apart.  If you don't have an OB and you are pregnant you should  find one or call a clinic that will set you up with prenatal care and will follow you thru your pregnancy.

Question 8

how bad is labor pain ? this is my first baby  and i'm too scared.

Accepted Answer

Not to worry: Everyone is different.  Some people have a high tolerance for pain and some people cannot tolerate a needle stick for a blood test.
You should ask your OB about an epidural and request this when you are in active labor (frequent and strong contractions).  This will enable you to tolerate the contractions but still  be able to move and experience labor.

Question 9

what are some labor pain management options?

Accepted Answer

Many choices : Including regional anesthesia (epidural a and spinals), IV narcotics, hypnosis, tens units, natural techniques. Talk to your OB and anesthesiologist about what suits your needs best.

Question 10

can a 33yr old pregnant have labor pain during delivery?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is normal: Yes it is normal to have labor pains during delivery.

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