AM I IN LABOR? 10 Signs of Impending or Early Labor

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  • Опубліковано 18 тра 2021
  • Anyone else on labor watch?? It can be so hard to be patient during the final days and weeks of pregnancy as you wait for labor to begin. Today's video is all about the signs of impending and early labor that you might notice as you body prepares to welcome your baby. Not everyone experiences all of these signs, but they can be fun to look out for as you remind yourself that you will NOT be pregnant forever. Have you experienced any of these signs of labor? What surprised you the most on this list? Let me know in the comments! Happy waiting, friends!
    Check out my instagram from more labor updates:
    / nursezabe
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  • @blessedbygodnotman6406
    @blessedbygodnotman6406 3 роки тому +145

    Safe delivery to all you lovely moms, and a happy and healthy baby.

  • @erikamiller8495
    @erikamiller8495 3 роки тому +115

    I’m just about 35 weeks now as a first time mom and it’s been nice to follow along with your pregnancy! Thanks for all your great info!

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +8

      You're so welcome! I hope the end of your pregnancy goes smoothly!

    • @seleneag3086
      @seleneag3086 3 роки тому +6

      I am 34 and feel the same way. It is my second pregnancy but I love to hear more tips and refresh my memory. (Had my 1st baby 7 years ago)

  • @jennifermclelland6877
    @jennifermclelland6877 3 роки тому +33

    Felt so good to hear you say, it ok to just not know you're in labour. My third baby, I watched so many videos two hours before she was born trying to figure out if I was in labour. I literally had all 10 of those symptoms in one hour! Precipitous labours are intense.

  • @brittab7594
    @brittab7594 3 роки тому +5

    I'm only 30 weeks but have had a few complications and I am so ready for this little girl to come! I've been watching you for so long your videos are such a big comfort for me!

  • @Merely_Fantastical
    @Merely_Fantastical 3 роки тому +14

    I have no interest in getting married or becoming a mother but I still love watching your videos because of how you explain things so enthusiastically 👌🏼

  • @leahm.324
    @leahm.324 3 роки тому +38

    20 weeks after a miscarriage and your videos have helped me become more confident in this pregnancy. Thank you and good luck with your labor and delivery.❤️

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +5

      Congrats on your rainbow baby! And thank you! 😊

  • @BasedZoomer
    @BasedZoomer 3 роки тому +76

    I'm 40+2 and so ready for this baby to come out 😩 I have soft stool, pain in my pelvis, feels like my joints are falling apart, but I haven't lost my plug as far as I know.
    I'm stuck in prodromal labor as I get strong crampy contractions every night that are regular, but they never progress 😩😩 every night I'm praying "let tonight be the night!!"
    Last time I checked a few days ago I was barely effaced 😓
    I keep telling her that she's being evicted 🤰🏽->🤱🏽 but she always just kicks me in response 👶🏻💃🏽

    • @sandraolweny5727
      @sandraolweny5727 2 роки тому +4

      Did baby come eventually..this is my current state

    • @princesskitkat7061
      @princesskitkat7061 Рік тому +3

      ​@@sandraolweny5727u should've asked to be induced cause ain't no way I'm going to 40 weeks 😂

    • @DrMason-es6kk
      @DrMason-es6kk 11 місяців тому

      @@princesskitkat7061I’m with you on that. 34 weeks here and I just rolled over cried and prayed. I just can’t anymore and there is no way I’m going to 40 weeks. I won’t allow it. 😂

    • @princesskitkat7061
      @princesskitkat7061 11 місяців тому +2

      @@DrMason-es6kk just wait till ur 37

    • @tmoneycash9695
      @tmoneycash9695 9 місяців тому

      Same boat here!!!! I’m glad I’m not alone❤

  • @shivvypoppy
    @shivvypoppy 3 роки тому +5

    36 weeks and 4 days here! Love your videos! You are such a precious gift to us first time mamas. ❤️ Thank you for all you do! ❤️

  • @shelbiesuzanne7345
    @shelbiesuzanne7345 3 роки тому +2

    Watched you last year with my first baby and now am watching you with my 2nd. You calmed my nerves so much

  • @sarahrigby1341
    @sarahrigby1341 3 роки тому +6

    Man, I could have really used this video 3-4 weeks ago! But now it's nice to look back and think about the signs my body gave me.
    Best wishes to everyone due soon!

  • @thisismycupoftea3974
    @thisismycupoftea3974 3 роки тому +5

    I am so excited to hear about your birth and everything. Your videos have been part of what inspired me to go into a midwifery course and start a career delivering babies! Thank you for the ways you educate people and validate their experiences and feelings. I am taking it all in and hoping to be able to educate soon to be mother's with the same gentleness and understanding that you do in your videos.

  • @annamcc.5887
    @annamcc.5887 3 роки тому +4

    These videos have been so helpful! I had my first baby almost 4 weeks ago now, and had to be induced 2 weeks early due to interuterine growth restriction concerns, learning about things like the fully balloon and other induction methods helped prepare me to know what to expect as much as possible. Baby boy is doing great thank God! Small but growing ❤

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      I'm so glad that my videos made you feel more confident in the induction process. Congrats on your sweet little one! 💗

  • @ozzybeardelgado6200
    @ozzybeardelgado6200 3 роки тому +57

    39 weeks and 3 days. I’m SO ready for this baby to be out 😭

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +2

      You are so close!

    • @sarahpierce9043
      @sarahpierce9043 3 роки тому

      I'm only two days behind you!!

    • @TheToomerFamily
      @TheToomerFamily 3 роки тому +4

      Pineapple, lemongrass tea, raspberry leaf tea, castor oil, sex, nipple stimulation, relaxation, exercise, eat dates etc.

    • @jbb8261
      @jbb8261 2 місяці тому

      @@TheToomerFamilyyou can do _all of this_ and still nothing happens. Better not to stress yourself out. And over half of those have absolutely no evidence other than placebo effect.

  • @sweetnfirey
    @sweetnfirey Рік тому +17

    Every pregnancy and labor is completely different, with my first I was so unsure about when to go to the hospital. But i followed the list my doctor gave me, and I listened to my intuition also.. so basically for me my water didn’t break with my first but it trickled throughout the day so my amniotic fluid was extremely low and dangerous without my knowledge but I went to the hospital when my contractions were every 5 minutes because it was about 30 minutes away. The triage nurse almost sent me back home because I wasn’t dialated very much but the resident on duty wanted to check my fluid because she asked me if I had “peed” myself or thought that I did.. and earlier that day I really did think that I had peed myself or was leaking urine and it was actually my amniotic fluid leaking. So I wasn’t sent home, went from 2-10 cm in a matter of 3 hours and gave birth without any meds because the anesthesiologist was busy in surgery and they were short staffed.

  • @eviegraber2028
    @eviegraber2028 3 роки тому +32

    I'm 32 weeks today with baby number #6. I always gravitate to these kinds of videos when I'm getting close. They're good reminders and somewhat encouraging. May God bless you with a safe delivery and healthy baby.

  • @Nattaboxx
    @Nattaboxx 3 роки тому +3

    I feel like this is so useful. I’m 29 weeks! I’m so excited for my labour as it’s my first baby. Thanks for your content it’s so helpful to hear someone else’s opinion on what’s going on

  • @jasminehowell9689
    @jasminehowell9689 3 роки тому

    Currently 33 weeks and 4 days and I'm a first time mom. Your videos give me so much reassurance.

  • @RCP511
    @RCP511 3 роки тому +6

    I'm 38 weeks today!! So excited to meet this little lady!

  • @brwnllotus
    @brwnllotus 3 роки тому +23

    I’ve been having pain in my pelvis, soft stools and diarrhea, I just lost my bloody show today so I hope he comes in the next couple days

  • @PatriciaEcheverria1
    @PatriciaEcheverria1 3 роки тому +14

    34 weeks and it definitely feels like these last weeks are moving in slow motion! I am so ready to meet my baby girl. I also know I should be really enjoying these last weeks but, im just so uncomfortable!

  • @C_courtney
    @C_courtney 3 роки тому +6

    What a day to release this video!! I woke up at 3:30 with period cramps and gradually they are getting stronger.

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      Eeeeee! 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

  • @Facefuzzandfancyfree
    @Facefuzzandfancyfree 3 роки тому +56

    I was extremely restless a couple days before my labor started. Like, I could not sit down I felt so anxious and uncomfortable. Pacing, squatting, and wall sitting was the only way I could feel relief. It was definitely a sign of early labor for me looking back. Take note if your due date is approaching and you feel like climbing the walls!😂😂

    • @eliseireland4256
      @eliseireland4256 3 роки тому +8

      I am 38 weeks today and this is exactly how I feel! Like I have this restless feeling in my core and sitting down or laying down actually irritates me!!

    • @Facefuzzandfancyfree
      @Facefuzzandfancyfree 2 роки тому +4

      @@eliseireland4256 get ready, mama! It’s almost baby day😆❤️🥳

  • @cloxo8906
    @cloxo8906 3 роки тому

    32 weeks with my first baby and your videos have helped me so much! I started watching even before I starting trying 😁 good luck 💕

  • @mariahcrawford4296
    @mariahcrawford4296 4 місяці тому +1

    39 weeks with baby#4 normally the week I give birth can’t wait to get it all over with😮‍💨 I thank you Jesus for every blessing you gifted me with

  • @marthagatlauk5838
    @marthagatlauk5838 3 роки тому +1

    28 weeks and 2 days as a first time mom and you’ve been a big help for me even with your older videos lol, thank Nurse Zabe !

  • @juanajorden9295
    @juanajorden9295 3 роки тому

    These videos do not apply to me anymore, as I have had 4 c sections and now have had my "tubes tied " . However, I just love learning about all of the miraculous things our bodies as women are capable of. It truly amazes me. Thank you for sharing you knowledge with us all!! You are AMAZING!! I will pray for an easy labor , delivery and a happy healthy Mama and baby!! Take care!!

  • @bonniebayliss8195
    @bonniebayliss8195 3 роки тому +2

    Your positivity and fantastic information has really helped me not be afraid of giving birth! We are women! We can do this!!

  • @anyoldwhimsybymimzy
    @anyoldwhimsybymimzy 3 роки тому +12

    I'm only 18 weeks but watching you go through this journey and learning from you has been SO helpful and I feel significantly less unprepared lol

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +3

      Yay! Education is such a powerful tool!

  • @anniecchigoziee7591
    @anniecchigoziee7591 3 роки тому +1

    I'm in my second trimester and am so grateful for this...I'll look forward to this signs

  • @karlykd4961
    @karlykd4961 3 роки тому +14

    I’m 41+1 today with my first baby and I’m soooo ready for the baby to arrive. Finally started feeling more period pain type cramps and some irregular tight cramping feelings in my stomach in the last day, so hoping things might be finally getting started 🤞🏻

  • @CJSEvans
    @CJSEvans 3 роки тому +5

    I am 38+4 so right there with you! Can't wait to meet our first little baba! ❤️ Thanks for this

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      We are almost to the finish line!

  • @annaroland5269
    @annaroland5269 3 роки тому +7

    Great timing nearly 35 weeks, so far definitely on the way, dropping, clumsy, nesting, discharge tick tick tick!

  • @djreinhardt
    @djreinhardt 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your posts! You’re just a week ahead of me. Hope all goes well on your labor and delivery!

  • @mikhailakippenbrock3833
    @mikhailakippenbrock3833 3 роки тому

    I can only chuckle a bit watching videos like this and thinking back to having the "how will I know it's labor" feelings before my baby girl arrived in January! Now that I've gone through it I understand why people always said "don't worry, you'll know!" That being said, I love videos like this and needed them for my mental state before my baby arrived!

  • @haircuthunny26
    @haircuthunny26 3 роки тому +14

    39 weeks w baby #7 and I'm still learning bc it's true! Every labor and delivery is different!

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      They really, really are!

    • @ashjankins960
      @ashjankins960 3 роки тому +1

      YES! 23 weeks with #8 Congratulations. ❤️Good luck! So close!

  • @runningformylifeful
    @runningformylifeful 3 роки тому +5

    I’m in the home stretch, myself. 37 weeks now, waiting on going in to labor. Looking forward to meeting my third baby, but also loving the end of my pregnancy. I had gestational diabetes, so I put my workout and diet in overdrive. Because of this I am feeling amazing, and loving pregnancy. So far totally diet controlled and no sign of induction in sight. Thank Goodness! Spoken to my midwives and they have informed me that I can have a totally hands off labor if I want one. I can catch my own baby, even. So glad my hospital is so progressive. You are looking amazing! So excited to hear your birth story.

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому

      So glad you're feeling well! I hope you get all of those awesome things are you delivery and someone to take some cool pictures to look back on too!

  • @hotarcticrose1
    @hotarcticrose1 3 роки тому +1

    I was delivering when this was released! And I definitely got all of these, except for the looser stools. Loved all the videos in getting ready for my unmedicated birth. :)

  • @1bluegreen2
    @1bluegreen2 3 місяці тому

    THANK YOU FOR THE PHOTO!! I am so nervous I'll miss the signs and have this kiddo on the floor at home

  • @EasterRising
    @EasterRising 3 роки тому +1

    Dear Nurse Zabe! I gave birth to my third baby on the 6th of May. My first daughter! Thank you so much for your videos! They are very helpful! ❤ they all helped me prepare for my next (probably last) labor.
    My water broke at 11pm so we headed to the hospital. Contractions started soon after (I got a balloon). After 4 hours of contractions the nurses discovered that the umbilical cord was next to the baby's head so they told me i couldn't have her naturally and I was gonna have a c-section. (The cord turned out to be so long that it was twice around her little neck.) I am much better now and my daughter is healthy and that's what matters. Wishing you all the best from Hungary 🙂

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      Congrats on your daughter! I'm sorry things didn't go as planned, but thankful you are both doing well now!

  • @92TampaChick813
    @92TampaChick813 3 роки тому +2

    Just had my baby boy yesterday he is my 3rd and I honestly went in thinking it would be smooth and easy but nope he was crooked coming out at the wrong angle. I pushed a long time and got super swollen I really hope your labor and delivery goes smooth ♥️

  • @heavenlymheavenly6898
    @heavenlymheavenly6898 Рік тому +1

    Thank for this video. I am 38weeks pregnant..I'm so existed and tired. Can't wait to have them.

  • @emilyfield4501
    @emilyfield4501 3 роки тому +5

    I’m 38+2 today! Can’t believe how close it is to the end!

  • @LoveOnTheEdge1705
    @LoveOnTheEdge1705 3 роки тому

    Always enjoy your videos. Thanks for the pep talks and encouragement. I'm nearing the end of my first trimester with my first and I have no idea what to expect. All the best with baby coming soon!

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      The second trimester is always my favorite, I hope you enjoy it too! 💕

    • @LoveOnTheEdge1705
      @LoveOnTheEdge1705 3 роки тому

      @@Nurse_zabe Thank you! I'm enjoying all of it so far!💕

  • @savannahmartinez9647
    @savannahmartinez9647 3 роки тому

    Thank you for this wonderful video! 34 weeks today and you have made me feel super comfortable and relaxed throughout my pregnancy! Thank you thank you!

  • @alorastewart7091
    @alorastewart7091 3 роки тому +5

    Im really glad about how much emphasis you put on it being ok to go in if you arent sure. With my first pregnancy i woke up at 2 am feeling like i had an upset stomach kinda like a crampy constipated feeling (literally had nacho cheese on bread for dinner so i didnt think anything of it) went to the bathroom and i was bleeding lightly in retrospect was probably bloody show. I called the hospital and they said i should probably just come in to get checked so i got all the bags together and called my ride to the hospital which was 30 minutes away and my baby was born at 545 lol 3hours and 45 minutes from start to finish so im really really glad i didnt wait. Side note im currently 32w 3d with baby 3 and im experiencing like 4 different signs labor is coming which with my second came roughly 2 weeks before he was born so im paying super close attention to every little thing hoping she stays in for at least a little more than 2 weeks.

  • @janelane92
    @janelane92 3 роки тому

    I'm 38 and 1, and so thankful for you!

  • @bumptobe1953
    @bumptobe1953 3 роки тому +8

    I'm a 24 year old man, and this has helped me so much...

  • @MommyBee1589
    @MommyBee1589 3 роки тому +3

    I’m 35 weeks with baby number 4 and can I say I totally agree when I hit about 34 weeks I’m pining for labor knowing I’m NOT going into labor until 39 weeks lol every baby has been 39 weeks! I really am so tired lord lol but I loved this video and can’t wait to be in labor! Going for unmedicated after delivering twins vaginally three years ago! I pray it’s quick!

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому

      Yes! I keep thinking, "oh is this something" knowing damn well I'll be pregnant at least another week. But 🤞 for a fast delivery!!

  • @amanda.c.ice.
    @amanda.c.ice. 3 роки тому +6

    I love your videos! I’m 8 months postpartum so it’s interesting to hear all the signs and compare them to the actually symptoms I had. Definitely didn’t know I was in labor for the first 24 hours....i thought all my cramping was Braxton Hicks when it ended up being the real thing 🤣

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      Honestly it's kind of the best when that happens!

  • @durhamrise6207
    @durhamrise6207 Рік тому +4

    Started watching and thought ah she seems nice. Then I was referred to as a ‘birthing person’ now I’m switching this shit off.

  • @naturallymajestic7620
    @naturallymajestic7620 Рік тому +2

    38 weeks and this guy is heavy on my pelvis and back, but no dilation, no water breakage, or lost mucous plug . He kicks and punches like crazy and we are extremely sleepy. I'm so ready to meet my baby!!

  • @monikas5716
    @monikas5716 3 роки тому

    26 weeks with baby #1! Thank you for all the wonderful information ☺️

  • @dominique2586
    @dominique2586 3 роки тому +1

    I have been watching your videos for over a year now and they were so helpful and I've enjoyed them so much! ❤
    I had my first baby in August of 2020 and I had no idea what labor would be like, but I downloaded an app and timed what I was feeling and thinking was contractions but I was still able to talk through them and was fine, so it wasn't as intense as I was expecting. Everyone was telling me it was Braxton hicks but I wasn't feeling the baby move as much so i was concerned and decided to go in to make sure he was OK. Turns out I was at 8 1/2 cm and they said I wasn't going anywhere. I was 37 weeks and 5 days and he came 12 hours later from when I arrived at the hospital. So crazy, I'm glad I went in! Thank you so much h for your videos I felt like I was a lot more.prepared after watching them. :)
    I'm praying for you and your little one and hopefully they will be coming soon!

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      Wow, sounds like things went pretty quick!! Definitely a good idea you headed in!

  • @Laur73423
    @Laur73423 3 роки тому +5

    Perfect timing I’m 38 weeks 4 days today! Best of luck on baby watch 💜

  • @ashjankins960
    @ashjankins960 3 роки тому +6

    Almost 23 weeks with # 8 and I never know “this is it!” Until I feel the urge to push. 🤣
    You look so adorable! Still holding my boy guess, for you. Praying you have a beautiful and perfect delivery & baby!❤️

  • @fortunechiamaka
    @fortunechiamaka 3 роки тому

    I'm 39 weeks 4days today very anxious and mostly excited can't wait to see my princess❤😍😍

  • @MicaelLeigh
    @MicaelLeigh 3 роки тому +14

    37 weeks and currently hoping labor is around the corner!!

  • @jheni1500
    @jheni1500 2 роки тому +2

    38w tomorrow ftm. Have most of these, increasing cramping and pressure the last few days, increased looser BMs too. Scheduled to be induced next Thursday at 39w1d. It would be nice if he came on his own before ❤️

  • @nyssaramirez3715
    @nyssaramirez3715 3 роки тому +2

    Congratulations on baby coming soon!! I am 27 weeks with baby #3 and had very short labors both times. I am hoping I can make it to the hospital in time with this one (last time I was there for 15 minutes before baby made her arrival 😆)

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому

      Third labors can definitely be a wild card of short or long. Hoping you have time to make it to the hospital!

  • @fayokemi_tolu
    @fayokemi_tolu 3 роки тому

    Love you, your subscriber from back in the days of Zabey babe. I wish you a safe delivery.

  • @Leahslittlepatchofparadise
    @Leahslittlepatchofparadise 3 роки тому

    I am 33 weeks today with my second baby,
    With my first I was CLUELESS,
    I did zero research, I had no idea what to expect or how to cope, I was so freaked out I felt like I was going to have a panic attack whenever I would think about labour 😆
    I went into labour not knowing my pain relief options, breathing techniques or anything, I didn't even know that 10 cm was fully dilated, the nurse kept telling me how many cm and it meant nothing to me because I had no idea, I ended up having a 30 hour labour with just gas as pain relief,
    I have done everything different this time, I am researching, and preparing and trying to get as much information as possible before hand this time,
    I feel so much calmer just knowing more going into it this time,
    knowledge really is power, and I would have had such a less stressful and scary labour with my son if I knew what was going on, I have really appreciated all of your video's, they're informative but not scary, so thank you ❤️
    And good luck with your labour, I hope it ends up being exactly what you're hoping for 🌈🌻

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      Totally agree that knowledge is power! I'm so glad you feeling calmer with baby #2. And thank you for the well wishes. Hoping the same for you!

  • @kristina282k
    @kristina282k 3 роки тому +1

    Wish you a safe Labour! Looking forward to the postpartum video ❤️

  • @kris_adventures96
    @kris_adventures96 3 роки тому +17

    I’m a first time mom due on June 1 with my baby girl 💕 I’m currently looking for any sign that she’s about to make her arrival, so this video is perfectly timed and very helpful! Thanks as always, Nurse Zabe!

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +2

      Congrats on your sweet girl! Wishing you an easy labor and postpartum!

    • @kris_adventures96
      @kris_adventures96 3 роки тому

      @@Nurse_zabe Thank you, and same for you and your babe! ☺️

    • @birgittestough2088
      @birgittestough2088 3 роки тому +1

      Same here June 1st! I can’t wait to meet my baby girl! Congratulations we got this!

    • @misslovely7355
      @misslovely7355 3 роки тому +2

      Also June 1st, told today not dilated but 50% effaced... Hoping soon 🤞

    • @tanyabee3955
      @tanyabee3955 3 роки тому +1

      June 1st as well but being induced on the 26th! Good luck to you all!!

  • @christytolliver5096
    @christytolliver5096 3 роки тому +6

    Love sending these to my pregnant friends.

  • @skhrider7418
    @skhrider7418 3 роки тому +2

    35.5 weeks with baby #2 and experiencing all of these. It’ll be an interesting last few weeks waiting for the real deal! 🥰 your videos are so helpful! ❤️

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому

      So close!

    • @kitten9964
      @kitten9964 2 роки тому +1

      I'm 36 weeks tomorrow and me too for the past 2 weeks!
      I know this was 4 months ago, but how far along were you when you ended up giving birth??

    • @skhrider7418
      @skhrider7418 2 роки тому +1

      @@kitten9964 I ended up giving birth the day before my due date! Haha but I had an extremely fast and easy labor thankfully!

    • @kitten9964
      @kitten9964 2 роки тому +1

      @@skhrider7418 oh nice! Congratulations 🖤🖤
      I'm already 1cm so wondering if this lil man will come a little sooner than my first haha

    • @skhrider7418
      @skhrider7418 2 роки тому

      @@kitten9964 good luck to you and I hope for your sake it isn’t too much longer! 🥰

  • @kori_in_the_spotlight
    @kori_in_the_spotlight Рік тому +1

    37 and 2 days right now boy #3 I have “cramps” all through the day coupled with Braxton hicks starting to get these “cramps” on the top of my uterus very strang and it wraps around to my very lower back. Last about 30 second I breathe and they go away but definitely feeling more intense as the days go by. 😊 so I’m praying there is some silting going on as I will be getting my membranes sweep at 38 and 4 or 39 weeks. Hopefully to have this baby no later than 40.

  • @dejaslouisville7
    @dejaslouisville7 3 роки тому

    23+3 today. first time mama. thank you so much for all the helpful info you give.

  • @lef0503
    @lef0503 3 роки тому +2

    I’m 38+5 with my first. Last weekend I had prodromal labor (crampy contractions, big mood swings, nausea, loose stool). Then it went away! He dropped Wednesday - right onto my bladder so I thought my water had broken (nope - that was pee 😫). Now I’m just exhausted. The end has been such an emotional rollercoaster, but we’re both healthy. My dr said I’m super effaced and he could come at any moment. The waiting game is TOUGH 😭😭

  • @melissaroygvl
    @melissaroygvl 3 роки тому +14

    I am 32+2 and it’s been so fun to follow along with you this pregnancy!
    I am like 80% excited and 20% terrified to have this baby! July 12th is right around the corner!!

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +3

      Those numbers sound just about right to me! Labor is exciting and scary, especially if you've never done it before!

    • @kesamber
      @kesamber 3 роки тому

      I am 32+2 as well! So fun ☺

    • @victoria846627
      @victoria846627 3 роки тому

      I’m due 7/12 as well! Don’t think I’m going to make it all the way til then bc I lost my mucus plug a few days ago and have a few more of the super early signs happening but hopefully my little bean will stay in a little longer🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻 wishing you an easy comfortable safe labor and delivery mamas! 💕

    • @trendy3102
      @trendy3102 3 роки тому +1

      I'm due 11th July and as a first time mama I'm feeling the same way.

    • @alorastewart7091
      @alorastewart7091 3 роки тому +1

      Im due july 13th with baby 3 but my older two were both born early so shes probably coming in june lol

  • @LydiaVacs
    @LydiaVacs 3 роки тому +7

    I am 30 weeks today so this is very helpful. Thank you!

  • @Tootsiepop201
    @Tootsiepop201 3 роки тому +2

    I'm 35+5 and started having painful (but extremely irregular) contractions two days ago, nesting started yesterday, and I lost my mucus plug today. When I went in yesterday for my normal visit my doctor said, "1cm dilated, 30% effaced. Since it's your third baby he could really come any time. I dont think he'll arrive before the end of next week, but I won't be shocked if you come in tonight in full blown labor."
    I'm just trying to figure out if I should adjust my due date to a couple weeks earlier 😆

  • @candydqt
    @candydqt 3 роки тому +2

    I'm at 38 weeks and 3 days with my first baby. No complications or sickness throughout the entire process. Baby girl is descending, I feel the pelvic pains especially after being in one spot for a while like at night. Kinda excited, kinda anxious, and a dash of scared only cuz I don't know what it will be like, lol.

  • @akwalaynanight2881
    @akwalaynanight2881 2 роки тому +6

    My current symptoms at 37 weeks & 4 days with baby number 4:
    Hormones increase - emotional
    Loose/frequent stools
    Lost 6 lbs in a matter of a week
    Braxton hicks
    Baby dropped
    Nesting at night & extreme exhaustion throughout the day
    Doc said she is super low & dilated to a 2 already.
    Baby#1- 40w5d
    Baby#2- 39w3d
    Baby#3- 36w4d
    No labor started yet but I’m hoping soon with all the symptoms I’ve had in the last 1-2 days

  • @katrinascheuermann763
    @katrinascheuermann763 3 роки тому

    36.3! Excited for baby to get here. Thanks for your video, this was very educational! ♥️♥️

  • @SarahMoffat48
    @SarahMoffat48 3 роки тому +3

    39 + 5 and currently wondering if I could be in early labour .. perfect time for this video!!

  • @jasminegilbreath5899
    @jasminegilbreath5899 3 роки тому

    I’m so happy I found your videos! I just got into my 2nd trimester with my first baby and I’m so excited and you are helping me so much with all the questions I have. I pray to Allah swt that I’m given a nurse like you. Congratulations on your baby ❤️❤️

  • @amanda5098
    @amanda5098 3 роки тому

    30 weeks today with baby #2 ! So excited but also nervous about hemorrhoids 😩😩 got them from pushing last time and really don't want to make them worse. But totally excited for labor !

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      I have a video all about them, if you want to check it out. I hope you can avoid them this time too! Honestly the most uncomfortable part of my second postpartum period was the hemorrhoids... But so far I don't have one!!! (LOL sorry for the TMI) Hoping it remains the same with labor🤞

  • @kleo4689
    @kleo4689 3 роки тому

    Can you do a video about cervical cerclages? I’m not sure if this is something you would want to do but I can never find much about it with youtubers I actually enjoy watching. Thank you for this informative video💙 I’m due any day now & ima FTM so this helps.

  • @koolax111
    @koolax111 3 роки тому

    29+1 and anxiously watching since I was premature as a baby, just in case I deliver at 34/36 weeks like mom did 😳😬 This is so helpful!!! ☺

  • @kelseymorton2734
    @kelseymorton2734 3 роки тому +6

    You give me serious Drew Barrymore vibes! Love your content

  • @victoryscreeech
    @victoryscreeech 3 роки тому

    I just want to say - your skin is so great! Idk how old you are but your skin looks fantastic

  • @gloriamaria169
    @gloriamaria169 3 роки тому +2

    My water didn’t break at home, just a little pop and then contractions that very quickly got to 3 mins apart and I didn’t believe I was in labor and was worried about wasting a trip to the hospital. After a couple hours and some phone calls, I took a shower to shave my legs and wash my hair and put on makeup and then got to the hospital, 4cm dilated! My water did eventually break on it’s on and fortunately for all involved, it finally broke while I was over the toilet!! 12hrs of labor and I was able to meet my sweet girl and was able to follow my birth plan, all natural! I’m pretty sure the nurses were making bets if I’d make it or not 🤣 I’m thankful I had a good first time. I know it’s not always easy!

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      Rock on! I'm so glad it went well for you!

  • @ninarenee3956
    @ninarenee3956 2 роки тому +10

    36 weeks with first baby and my last exam the doc said I have a soften cervix. I have all the clues of pre labor and seems like my body is on its way ! I know we're on baby's schedule but it's incredible how our bodies know what to do even when we haven't done it before 👏
    Thank you for all your videos , they are so informative and the way you present the facts is so calm. I would love to have you as a nurse any day!
    And to all the momma's and momma's to be I hope your labor goes safe and smooth 💖

    • @ninarenee3956
      @ninarenee3956 Рік тому +7

      I just delivered last week! So two weeks after this comment! My body was ready lol
      Now I have my beautiful baby boy and I'm so happy 🥰
      Thank you again Nurse Zabe and all your videos! They helped me so much 😌

    • @rosevlogs4210
      @rosevlogs4210 Рік тому +1

      @@ninarenee3956 Thankyou for following up!! Congratulations!!🎉

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  Рік тому +1

      Congrats!!

    • @freetobeme6013
      @freetobeme6013 Рік тому +1

      @@ninarenee3956 congratulations and thank you for updating. I'm watching for my daughter to go. She's 37 weeks and I'm convinced he'll be here sooner rather than later. Prayers for you and your baby boy to have a love-filled life!

  • @Kaleysia
    @Kaleysia 3 роки тому

    Gotta be honest, I am not even pregnant yet (we'll start trying soon) but I am just so excited I watch all kinds of pregnancy content. I really like everything you do, it's calming the anxiety I feel towards this whole experience I am (hopefully) about to have. Greetings and a big THANK YOU from Germany! :)

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      Education is the best way I combat anxiety too! Good luck with your trying to conceive journey!

  • @alisonkollee8169
    @alisonkollee8169 3 роки тому

    I think we’re pregnancy twins! Due June 1st with baby number 3. Had prodromal labor since 4pm yesterday. Had a dr exam today and while my mom thought it was true labor, was only 1cm and 50% effaced. Baby dropped a month ago. Dr did a membrane sweep. Trying not to be discouraged or frustrated but it’s hard. You’d think with baby 3, I’d know when labor starts, but each labor/baby is so different. I’m fine staying pregnant or going into labor now, just need body to pick one! This back pain is no joke! Thank you for your videos. I’ve learned so much this time around and am actually looking forward labor/delivery, but want to be able to sleep before so I have the energy to go unmedicated (which is the goal).

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому

      We are super close to each other, I'm due May 31st! I honestly feel the same way with labor, especially early labor. It can be hard to tell when things are finally picking up, but I hope it'll be soon for both of us! This third babies can be little tricksters.

  • @minamoon01
    @minamoon01 Рік тому

    I’m one day away from 39 weeks .. I have a UTI been on 2 different types of antibiotics and was told I should remind the nurse to give me antibiotics during labor too ..
    cramps groin and vaginal pain are all things that I experience on a daily bases for other a month now .. somedays they’re so strong I can’t walk or even stand up for more than few minutes.. other days they’re tolerable ..
    Yesterday I started to feel some back pain .. Idk if that’s a sign of anything but it’s exciting.. I definitely wanna be done with being pregnant..

  • @badgerlife9541
    @badgerlife9541 11 місяців тому

    Very helpful. Thank you!

  • @aryissv.4872
    @aryissv.4872 3 роки тому +1

    Im 38 weeks and a few days with our first, I had my cervix checked today, it hasn't opened yet but the baby is right on my cervix. I'm so nervous that ill be too nonchalant or oblivious that I'm in true active labor until the very last moment! Think "Oh, wow these Braxton hicks hurt like crazy today!" or "Man, Biscuit is REaLLY moving right now" and just going on about my business before it finally clicks. lol

  • @asey_bear
    @asey_bear 2 роки тому

    Love love your videos and I think your sweet you have the most beautiful personality I enjoy watching you. 💗💗

  • @jessicayoung6208
    @jessicayoung6208 3 роки тому +9

    I’m 37 weeks exactly today.

  • @monicahuerta6206
    @monicahuerta6206 3 роки тому

    Your hair is so pretty! Wishing you the best 😊

  • @jessicayoung6208
    @jessicayoung6208 3 роки тому +2

    Hi Elizabeth! I’m done being pregnant too lol and ready for labor haha. I too am trying to practice my patience but it’s hard.

  • @lucymariephillips432
    @lucymariephillips432 2 роки тому

    I have to laugh with my 1 year old my Labour was like the movies big massive pop waters went and within minutes OMG 😲 the contractions hit hard managed with just gas and air. I'm now 24 weeks and hoping my labour is as smooth as last time. Your videos helped last time and hopefully this time x

  • @sarahbast2075
    @sarahbast2075 3 роки тому +1

    Binging your videos. I've lost weight the last couple weeks, and had a bunch of pressure. 38 weeks today- hoping little guy decides to come soon.

    • @sheradin.a2551
      @sheradin.a2551 2 роки тому

      How soon after did he come? Congrats btw :) ❣️

    • @sarahbast2075
      @sarahbast2075 2 роки тому +1

      @@sheradin.a2551 a day or two from when I posted the comment. He just turned 6 months

  • @arosegrows2683
    @arosegrows2683 2 роки тому

    Your birthing song.. thats beautiful.. thnx for the tips !!

  • @simplyxme23
    @simplyxme23 Рік тому

    I’m currently 37+3 and I’m feeling everything. This will be our first child and we’re both trying to remain calm. 😅So far I lost my mucous plug at 35+6, my nerve pain has been here since the beginning of 35wks and counting, I’m feeling cramps, and contractions but I don’t know what’s the difference. This video has helped me so much. We think the baby will be here early but everything has been so on time since conception that we can’t figure out when I should go on leave…🙈

    • @alishawaldroup8955
      @alishawaldroup8955 Рік тому

      Update!!! I’m also 37 and 3 days and having the same things

  • @Bex_InMT
    @Bex_InMT 3 роки тому

    I'm 38/5 and my dr did the first cervical exam on Weds and she basically said if there was a way to be negatively dilated that's where I am at. Ha ha. I was measuring 7.7# at 36 week ultrasound so I am just chilling, practicing my calming breathing, because she will come when she is ready...

  • @finnleyrose8247
    @finnleyrose8247 3 роки тому +2

    I’m 38+6 today. I feel like I’m in early labor but i sure would love something more definitive! I’ve been watching your videos my entire pregnancy and they have been super helpful! Thank you for the content!

    • @Nurse_zabe
      @Nurse_zabe  3 роки тому +1

      🤞 It'll be soon!

    • @kiranicole2096
      @kiranicole2096 2 роки тому

      But were you in early labor when you posted this comment?? I wanna know! :)

  • @kaylabartle7529
    @kaylabartle7529 2 роки тому +1

    38 weeks 4 days today ! Getting induced next Tuesday
    I woke up this morning with Headaches , backaches , nauseous, feeling like I’m going to throw up, cramps with stomach ache

  • @skooy2
    @skooy2 3 роки тому +2

    37 weeks.. we are having a C-section but it's still nice to know since it is my 3rd I'm looking for signs of going early. But the other two were both late 😂