Weird signs labor is near

Early labor, also called latent labor, is the earliest part of the first stage of labor. It is characterized by mild but consistent contractions that, unlike Braxton Hicks contractions, continue to grow closer together and stronger over time. 

Early labor is often the longest part of labor, sometimes lasting for days.

Contractions may be sporadic at first and be up to 20 minutes apart. Many of the early signs of labor are vague and easily misinterpreted: Do those dull cramps signal that your baby is moving into position, or are they a result of the burrito you ate last night?

Signs that labor is 24 to 48 hours away

Is that little trickle of fluid your water breaking, or is it just urine leaking because a 7 pound baby is resting on your full bladder?

To help you figure out when you're really nearing your delivery date, learn about the cues that may signal the first signs of labor.

Stages of Labor: What to Expect When You Give Birth

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