Painful but inconsistent contractions

[WishfulMama]

Second timer here, and 38 wks, but confused about what I'm feeling. Having contractions that are painful and strong (was already at hospital with similar first time around) but the timing of the contractions is not evenly consistent.they are averaging 9 min apart but one two might be 7 min apart and then one is 10 or even 18 mins later. So I'm not sure what to think. Had the bloody show this morning & it kept up for about half the day. Just unsure of what to take seriously. Any one experience this but you were in real labor??

 

[catmummyof4]

I have irregular contractions until my waters have to be popped about 7cms if they hurt go in xx

 

[emyandpotato]

I had this through my entire labour, but thought that because they weren't regular they were just Braxton Hicks. Even called the hospital and they said the same. After days of it and being utterly exhausted I went in to check all was okay and he was born about half an hour later.

 

[chistiana]

Hi I m kind of in the same boat and was wondering what happened with you. I am 39+1 and have been having contractions for the past 3 hours. I called my doc and he said not to go in unless they come every 5 minutes apart for an hour. They are currently every 9-10 minutes with the odd one earlier or a little later. I m hoping for a vbac and this is my 3rd baby so I don't want to be too late. Did labor eventually start for you?

 

[k4th]

My contractions were never regular. Even in the late stages I would have two together, then a three minute gap etc.

Go with your gut & go & get checked if you feel you want to. Good luck!

 

[MummyToAmberx]

Any news? Mine werent regular with #3. Mw said to me oh they dont seem regular enough, i had my girl 1hr after she said that

 

[chistiana]

Well just an update on my part..u did have my girl that same day!!

 

[k4th]

Well just an update on my part..u did have my girl that same day!!

Congratulations!!!