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jess87186 posted:
I am 39 weeks today and first time being pregnant. For the past few days I have been having alot of BH and feeling like I am going to get my period and my lower back is hurting also. Anyone know what this is?
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UGAmomof2 responded:
Could def. be the start of labor. Def. check w/your OB. Tons of labor vibes and keep us updated!!
Nicki(35) DH(35) DS(10) DD(2) THANK YOU LORD DD2-EDD 08/18/10 (PINK TEAM) CLOMID BABY (C9)- MADISON GRACE. blog:onelittletwolittlethree.blogspot.com
 
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lovcats2008 responded:
sounds like early labor. that's how i felt when i was being induced. then they picked up and got more painful. and my back was killing me. fingers crossed that this is it for you. Rena
 
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booklvr04 replied to lovcats2008's response:
I'm 38w4d and I'm having similar symptoms... on and off for the past week. Lots of back pain, some BH, some cramping, and some spotting. Here's hoping this is our bodies preparing for the big arrival! Good luck and keep us posted!
Emily(31); DH(31) - After 4 failed IUI's we conceived on our own prior to our IVF cycle! EDD of Alexander Edward - 8/29/2010 Praise God! Next Appt: 8/20/2010


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