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what do contractions feel like.

I'm 38 weeks and I'm 1cm dialited and 30% effaced. My doctor said I could go into labor anytime. I'm scared I won't know I'm having contractions. What do they feel like so I know. Please help
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Thank.you.guys so.much!
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Thank.you.guys so.much!
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Period cramps...100% intensified.. you will know... trust me!
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mine felt like low pressure and squeezing pain; at first I thought I just had to go to the bathroom. they started out mild and increased in intensity over the next hour. you'll know.
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mine felt like low pressure and squeezing pain; at first I thought I just had to go to the bathroom. they started out mild and increased in intensity over the next hour. you'll know.
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Strong period cramps that are in your lower back also!! Put your hands on your belly & you can feel true contractions tighten it up then relax after contraction. Hope this helps!!

Good Luck,
Heather
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