Early signs of labour

In the week building up to your labour starting you might experience some of the following:

increased clear vaginal discharge
mild upset stomach or diarrhoea
feeling energetic or restless
frequent practice contractions, or tightenings of the uterus known as Braxton Hicks, and/or backache.

Some women won’t notice any of these signs, and it is nothing to worry about if you don’t feel any different towards the end of pregnancy. As your labour starts you may notice some of the following signs which can be explored here.

The show Contractions Your waters breaking When to call your midwife/maternity unit

Contact my maternity unit

How will I know I am in labour?