To reduce the chances of your baby being born too early, call our office if you experience any of the following signs and symptoms.
Warning Signs You Should Report
- Spotting or vaginal bleeding.
- Cramping or pains that feel like menstrual cramps.
- Persistent lower back pain that comes and goes.
- Pelvic pressure.
- Leaking vaginal fluid.
- Burning sensation when you urinate (this is not a sign of preterm labor, but an indication of a urinary track infection, which may lead to preterm labor).
- Vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor.
Warning Signs You Should Report During The Last Few Weeks Of Pregnancy.
During the last few weeks of your pregnancy, it's important to be aware of certain warning signs and special circumstances that may signal cause for concern. If you experience any of the following symptoms from now until the time your labor begins, call your doctor or nurse midwife immediately.
- Regular contractions or signs of labor when your due date is more than three weeks away.
- Vaginal bleeding.
- Your baby is moving less or not all.
- Leaking of fluid from your vagina.
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