Labor contractions are your body’s means of pushing your baby down the birth canal and into the world. Learn what contractions feel like and other must-knows.

Aug 8, 2024 · Contractions are when your uterine muscles tighten and relax to prepare for childbirth. They help push the fetus down the birth canal. True labor contractions get stronger, …

Oct 4, 2024 · Ahead, find out what you need to know about the different types of contractions, what they feel like, and what they mean so you'll know when you're having contractions—and …

Apr 4, 2016 · Though there are many signs that you’re in labor, one of the most reliable is when you start experiencing consistent contractions. Here’s a guide to what types of contractions …

Nov 18, 2024 · Contractions are when the muscles of your uterus tighten and relax to get ready for childbirth. These muscles help push your baby down the birth canal. Once you reach week …

May 31, 2023 · This article provides a guide to help soon-to-be-parents understand what types of contractions to expect as pregnancy progresses.

Jan 14, 2025 · Contractions are a tightening feeling across your stomach and sometimes into your back and thighs. Each contraction gradually opens (dilates) your cervix and moves your baby …

Mar 27, 2025 · Labor contractions can feel like discomfort or a dull ache in the lower back, a tightening sensation across the abdomen, and pelvic pressure. Not everyone experiences …

Labor (also called childbirth) is the process of your baby leaving the uterus (womb). You’re in labor when you have regular contractions that cause your cervix to change. Contractions are …

Jun 26, 2023 · When you get to those final weeks of pregnancy, inching closer to your calculated due date, every little ache and cramp might make you think labor is finally here. So, how can …