MORE INFORMATION:

Early Prenatal Care

Nutrition

Smoking and Pregnancy

Alcohol, Drugs, and Pregnancy

Kick Count

 

 

 

 

 

Uterine Contractions which feel as if your womb is tightening (baby is balling up).

Menstrual-like cramps that may come and go or be constant

Abdominal cramps with or without diarrhea

Low backache that comes and goes or is constant

Pelvic pressure which feels like the baby is pushing down in your vagina

Change in vaginal discharge such as a sudden increase or a discharge that becomes more mucousy, watery, or slightly bloody.

If You Have ANY Warning Signs You Might Be In Pre-term Labor, You Should:

Lie down on your left side.

Drink 3-4 large glasses of water or juice.

If These Signs Are Not Gone In One Hour Call Your Doctor or Hospital

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Allegany County Health Department
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PO Box 1745
Cumberland, Maryland 21501-1745
(301) 759-5000
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