Hey! Thanks for reading.
I'm 31 weeks and my baby hasn't moved since about lunch today. And that's not him. He is always moving. This is my second pregnancy. I have pre term labor three times already. The doctors say I have dropped. I have a history of pre term labor. I just want to know what you thought.

I'm really worried.

I would suggest contacting your doctor and asking him if you are unsure if you are in/going into labor. When he told you that the baby had dropped, did he give you any other information? Did he tell you anything about what you should do if you think you might be going into pre-term labor again?

It does sound like Jr has a schedule of his own.

Most importantly try to stay calm.

Thanks for replying. They have me on some meds. To keep me from contracting. I take it every fours that I am awake. It feels like I have some much pressure down there that I can barely walk at times. And I have a ten month old to keep up with.

I'd call my doctor and tell him what's going on. He may end up having you go to the hospital to make sure that Jr isn't trying to come on his own without contractions.

Just remembering that with my son, the contractions started as pressure in the lower abdomen and bladder area.

Good luck.

Thank you!
It just takes them so long to call back.

Definitely contact the Dr. Sounds like the pressure and uneasy walking is the baby dropping into that get ready position. Please take care and good luck to you. Come back and tell us how things go. Congratulations.

thank you!
it just takes them so long to call back.

And we're quicker? :(

You're welcome and I hope all goes well. :)

Thanks for evryone rplying.
He moved a little this morning, but not much
The pressure getting worst, they told me to relax, and take a pain pill. But so far that hasn't worked. I think by tonight if it hasn't clam down I'm going into labor and deliever to make sure everything okay? He has really slowed down in the last 24 hours. I'm just worried. And want everything with my litle boy. I have a little girl who ten months old and this is my first little boy. :)

. I think by tonight if it hasn't clam down I'm going into labor and deliever jus to make sure everything okay?

Hun, how are you going to go into labor?

At 31 weeks the baby is not ready to be born yet. The lungs aren't fully developed and you run the risk of some very serious and dangerous problems if you deliver now.

Babies have sleep cycles. Many times we don't notice movement if we are moving around, or we notice less movement. I suggest you try some ice cold orange juice, or a coca cola... drink real fast, then go lay down for about an hour.

Have you tried kick counts?

This is resting in a darkened, quiet room in a very comfortable position. Count not only kicks, but swishes and rolls as well. The ideal number of kicks/swishes/rolls is about 10 movements in a 2 hour period.

Brittany, I am very curious to know how you are going to go into labor and deliver this evening. Anything you do at home could put you and/your baby at risk.

Please understand that I am a labor and delivery nurse. If you lived in my area I might deliver your baby, so I know what I am talking about and I can help you here. Please don't try to do anything to make yourself go into labor. Doctors will not induce a woman who is 31 weeks gestation.

Yes, I know that. It's not that I'm trying to have him.
I know the factors, I have been laying around. My
Husband is doing everything cleaning house and working.
Taking care of my ten month old. They have given me the
Shot for his lungs. I go once a week for a shot. I'm unsure
What it called. I am taking Procardia 10 mg every four hours
That I am awake, Mylan 500mg twice a day, and for pain I am
Taking Vicodin7.5 tab. I just want a healthy child. I had my little
Girl at 33 weeks. And I had pre term labor with her twice. And with
Him I've in labor three times. I have started to dialate. Please don't
Think I want him to come now. I know he will have a lot of problems if he
Does.

Brittany, THAnK you for coming back...

The shot... Betamethasone. Still does not guarantee that his lungs will be fully developed. It's just a safeguard just in case he comes early.

Please, I am curious to know how you plan on going into labor tonight.

Just because you had a preterm baby that turned out okay doesn't mean that they all do. Your chances are slim to have 2 preterm babies in a row that are okay.

It's okay to dilate this early. It isn't a problem. It's a good thing. It certainly doesn't mean you are IN labor, just that your body is preparing.

I am thinking you want him to come now because of what you said above... that you were going to go into labor and deliver tonight. Any certified doctor I work with, that is NOT a quack, would stop your labor tonight.

Is it possible that sh meant that she was going to go into labor and delivery tonight (meaning the hospital department) to check and have everything monitored by the Dr. Not that her plan is to go into labor and deliver him tonight? Just a question.

Yes, that is a very good possibility, and I HoPE that's what she meant.

Oh, I was just most likely going to make sure
Everything okay. I can barely walk there's so much pressure there
And he moving a lot less then he was a day ago. I wasn't meaning
I was going to have him by no means.

Can you explain the pressure I'm feeling. Nothing working to get it to slow down.
I lay on my left side then my right and my back. I'm just trying to get were there is
Some comfort.

My kids are my life I don't want anything wrong by no means. I don't really need
Him to come one I'm not ready and two he's not ready.

Please I'm just looking for advice.

The pressure, if it's particularly in your lower abdomen is called round ligament pain. Think of your growing uterus and cervix and vaginal canal shaped like a lightbulb. Then you have ligaments that support your uterus. Right now they are being stretched like rubber bands. Stretching too far causes pain.

You are nearing the end of your second pregnancy. You are going to feel more discomfort than you did with your first pregnancy.

Warm baths and tylenol every 4 hours for at least 12 hours is usually recommended. Realize please that this discomfort is not going to go away until the baby is born. You can just help ease the pain with the warm soaks and meds.

The decrease in fetal movement is also common. Did you read what I posted about kick counts? Very informative. If you feel 10 movements of any kind in a 2 hour period you are okay.

Okay, yeah on the movement, so far today I can feel he only move about five times since 730 am. And it almost 11. Thanks for the advice.

Were you laying down and resting all this time?

It's important to be resting when doing kick counts. Remember to take sleep cycles into account. Babies sleep inside the womb as well as outside.

Yeah, I was. Maybe as the day goes on he will get to kicking, if I have anymore questions can I ask you instead of doing a new thread?

Please ask here. Have you tried orange juice? That usually hypes a baby up.

Yeah, I have even done spicy foods

This one is all yours J-9,but I was wondering if the baby would react to loud noises to get him to kick,loud music or if the op reads or sings,the baby would feel the vibration?

I don't know, I've tried everything everyone said and nothing, I'm going to the doctor Monday if still nothing

i don't know, i've tried everything everyone said and nothing, i'm going to the doctor monday if still nothing

Hey,don't wait until Monday if your not feeling well or the baby's movements slow down more..

I wish you the best of luck.

i don't know, i've tried everything everyone said and nothing, i'm going to the doctor monday if still nothing

I would take a trip to the emergency room.It is better to be safe than sorry.
The baby could be in some kind of fetal distress.

He moving a little bit but not much I have done nothing but sleep all day the pains are worst like the pressure harder this has been hard on me I'm trying not worry but this is my child

he moving a little bit but not much I have done nothing but sleep all day the pains are worst like the pressure harder this has been hard on me im trying not worry but this is my child

Call the hospital and talk to a labor and delivery nurse.OR an ER doctor and they will advise you.
Best of luck dear,please try to stay calm and make that call.

he moving a little bit but not much I have done nothing but sleep all day the pains are worst like the pressure harder this has been hard on me im trying not worry but this is my child

Once you get past a certain point they may not be able to stop your labor and you may have to deliver early.
Make the call.
I am in no way a medical profession,this is just life experience talking.55 years of it.

Have you been taking Lamaze/birthing classes? If so, the breathing techniques can really help even if you aren't in labor.

Have you been taking Lamaze/birthing classes? If so, the breathing techniques can really help even if you aren't in labor.

I taught my kids that when they were little and had a boo boo.
It is very calming and relaxes you and gives oxygen to the baby as well with the cleansing breaths.
Great suggestion!

Thank you much.
And no I have took any classes.

I have another question.
My milk has come in could that be a sign of anything. My boobs are starting to hurt they feel a lot better when I take a hot shower, I didn't have these problems with my little girl and this pregnancy is ben hard I have so many new questions.

Don't take very hot showers.The baby is already in a warm place,that does not need to get any warmer.
I had a little milk before my delivery but nothing significant.
Did you call the ER?
You really need to do that!

My doctor said my beast milk coming in is normal and since my kids are almost less than a year apart it's very normal.

my doctor said my beast milk coming in is normal and since my kids are almost less than a year apart it's very normal.

When you talked to your doctor what did he say about the other problems you are having?

Is there anyone there to help you? A 10 month old baby doesn't count. :)

Try taking several slow deep breaths. Taking them in slowly and letting them out slowly. Have you heard of going to "your happy place"? Think of something you enjoy. It can be a place, a person, etc. Keep it in mind while you breathe. Let your body relax bit by bit. Hopefully that can help you calm down and maybe ease up some of the pain.

Part of the pain may be stretched tired muscles that need more oxygen. The breathing can help with that.

Is Jr still moving occasionally? He may be like my daughter and think that the pelvis a pillow. That was after she decided that my ribs were a seat cushion.

I still think if you are worried that a call to someone who knows your medical history may be an idea. It would probably be better if you physically had someone check and make sure that Jr is not getting stressed.

Editted to clarify something.

Brittany, sorry I haven't answered in so long I have been sleeping as I work 7pm-7am I sleep days.

As far as the shower. Stop the hot showers... Don't let the stream from the shower touch your nipples. Nipple stimulation releases oxytocin, which in turn can start your labor early. No intercourse at all until you see your doctor, preferably not at all until about 38 to 39 weeks gestation.

As another member asked... noise/vibration, etc... vibration of the abdomen itself (electric razor, vibrator etc) can indeed cause the baby to wake and move around, however, that's not a good indication of fetal well being.

Brittany, I would advise you, since you do have concerns that are valid to me, to go to the hospital. The ER will send you up to the labor and delivery department where they will do a NST... Non Stress Test, to determine your baby's heartbeat. We need to not only feel and see the movements, but the fluctuations in the heart rate will determine how your baby is doing.

Now, get off the computer and go get checked out. Don't wait until Monday.

The vicodin for pain could be slowing him down.
I missed that part of the post.
Why are you taking Vicodin,that is a strong narcotic?

The vicodin for pain could be slowing him down.
I missed that part of the post.
Why are you taking Vicodin,that is a strong narcotic?

Vicodin/Lortab is approved in the end stages of pregnancy, just not the first trimester. Yes, it will put the baby into a sleep stage.

Brittany, sorry I haven't answered in so long I have been sleeping as I work 7pm-7am I sleep days.

As far as the shower. Stop the hot showers....Don't let the stream from the shower touch your nipples. Nipple stimulation releases oxytocin, which in turn can start your labor early. No intercourse at all until you see your doctor, preferably not at all until about 38 to 39 weeks gestation.

As another member asked......noise/vibration, etc....vibration of the abdomen itself (electric razor, vibrator etc) can indeed cause the baby to wake and move around, however, that's not a good indication of fetal well being.

Brittany, I would advise you, since you do have concerns that are valid to me, to go to the hospital. The ER will send you up to the labor and delivery department where they will do a NST...Non Stress Test, to determine your baby's heartbeat. We need to not only feel and see the movements, but the fluctuations in the heart rate will determine how your baby is doing.

Now, get off the computer and go get checked out. Don't wait until Monday.

Thank-you my dear!

[QUOTE=J_9;1975873]Vicodin/Lortab is approved in the end stages of pregnancy, just not the first trimester. Yes, it will put the baby into a sleep stage.[/QUOT

Everything I learn from you J, I pass on to my sons friends who are first time parents now,and I even save things to make sure I don't screw it up!
Thanks so much! ;)

artlady agrees: What would we do without you? Very bad!

I do love my job!! Whether getting paid for it (at work) or volunteering (here).

Thanks SO much,
Well since I have had some coffee he back to normal, but the pains are still strong, but my husband have took care of all five of kids. As longs as I have been laying down I'm okay, tonight a lot better than last, I'm going to call the on call doctor

I do love my job!!! Whether getting paid for it (at work) or volunteering (here).

You poor thing! I thought you got a nickel every time the bunny hits his head :)

thanks SO much,
well since i have had some coffee he back to normal, but the pains are still strong, but my husband have took care of all five of kids. as longs as i have been laying down i'm okay, tonight alot better than last, i'm going to call the on call doctor

Many Blessings to you.We would love an update when you feel up to it.
Take care.

Can I ask a question,
My ten month old here in the last couple of days has wanted more of me, it's all about mama now. Can she tell that I am about to have another child? She never wants to leave my side. Even when she sleeps now, she use to be daddys girl,

Many Blessings to you.We would love an update when you feel up to it.
Take care.

I'll second that.

She may be sensing that something is changing. It may also be a phase. Today mommy-tomorrow daddy.

It may also be that she senses that Mommy is worried and is trying to get closer and make mommy feel better.

Kids are SUPER sensitive.
She knows you are not feeling good and you are not as active as always.
She misses you and she feels tension.
Kids are magnets for tension.
Lay down with her and read books about babies and have her touch your belly and know that even if she can't express what she knows,she is getting a lot of information.
Keep talking and tell her baby and show baby pictures and the point to your belly.
Kids are so bright,she is getting more that she can tell you :)

thanks SO much,
well since i have had some coffee he back to normal, but the pains are still strong, but my husband have took care of all five of kids. as longs as i have been laying down i'm okay, tonight alot better than last, i'm going to call the on call doctor

Pains are strong, please tell me why you are not going to the hospital?
Honey,you could be putting things in danger here!

Babies are sensitive to their mother's well being. They have an innate sense about knowing what is actually going on around them. Most likely your daughter knows you aren't feeling well. It's not a psychic thing, just that she knows mommy doesn't feel well.

I also want to know why you haven't gone to the hospital yet.

Our advice here is simply advice. As a medical professional I can give you the best advice I can, but without seeing you in person there is NO way I can diagnose what is happening and you relying on us for our answers could put you and your baby in great danger.

I implore you, once again, get off the computer and seek medical attention.

Hey everyone!
They said I wasn't having contractions.
But he is dropping more, and if the pains don't stop with the pain meds just keep coming in. I need to ask I have starting to spot from time to time what could it be they really never answered my question on this?

Hi, I am glad that your aren't having contractions. Did they say how Jr is doing?

Unfortunately, I can't answer about spotting. For me that would be a call to the dr.

Do you mind if I ask in general where you live? Out of time zone curiousity.

He doing GOOD!
He started moving really good when we got there of course and yeah I live in southern Georgia, it's 1:25 am here anyway I got to work tomorrow I got a job helping a woman I just have to sit there with her, and it kid friendly :) so my child can go with me, I will be back on in the morning before I leave
Night:)

Spotting is quite normal right now. Your cervix is very vascular. A vaginal check or even sex can cause spotting.

I tell my patients that spotting is normal and nothing of any concern. Return to the hospital immediately if there is bright red period-like bleeding.

Also worriwd my baby is always active I have not been buzy today but I haven't felt the baby moved