From the 28th week of pregnancy, contractions and hardening occur in the uterus from time to time. These are normal and usually painless. However, if these contractions occur frequently before the 37th week, last more than 10-15 seconds, and are severe enough to create a feeling of downward pressure, attention should be paid as these may also be early labor pains. An increase in watery vaginal discharge may also be a warning sign of premature birth.
These contraction exercises, in which the uterus prepares for birth, become quite frequent in the last weeks. In the last stages of pregnancy, the uterus has risen almost to the rib cage and it has become difficult to breathe and sleep due to the pressure. Indigestion increased. Especially in the evening, short-term contractions and contractions are felt on the uterus, which can be noticed manually. In first pregnancies, the height of the uterus decreases by 2-3 cm a few weeks before birth, and in subsequent pregnancies, usually just before birth, as the baby's head descends into the birth canal. This creates some relief for the pregnant woman. On the other hand, as the pressure in the bladder increases, the complaint of frequent urination increases. One or two days before birth, due to the change in hormone levels, water is removed from the body and appetite decreases. Therefore 1-2 kg. Weight loss may also occur. Although these symptoms indicating that birth is approaching are noticed by the majority of people, they may not be experienced or noticed by every pregnant woman.
For pregnant women who will have a planned cesarean section, the timing of the cesarean section is also important. Generally preferred is the period 7 - 10 days before the expected birthday. Getting as close as possible to the possible birth date will ensure that the unborn baby will have fewer problems.
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