Prelude to Labor
(You may experience one or more of the following:
- Lightening
- False Labor
- Cervical changes (ripening of the cervix)
- Bloody show
- Rupture of membranes
- Energy Spurt
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- Waiting is difficult!
- “When will my baby come?”
- “Will I always be pregnant?”
- Anticipation and apprehension about labor and ability to mother
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- Pack suitcase for hospital
- Simplify housekeeping
- Mild activity and exercise
- Conserve energy wit relaxation and naps
- Put plastic sheet on bed in case membranes rupture
- Call physician or nurse midwife if membranes rupture
- Complete preparation for baby’s homecoming
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- Treat mother to an evening out at least once a week
- Let mother know you love and understand her
- Practice relaxation and breathing patterns wtih mother daily
- Encourage mother to rest
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