What does this mean?- the WH's regrets?

[Piano]

Hi there,
well I had braxton hicks for months before baby was born. overall tightening of the uterus. you can tell because when they are happening and you poke your tummy with a finger, it is ROCK HARD. Then two minutes later (when they have passed) your belly is softer again.

When a contraction comes on, you'll know it! lower pelvic period-like pain at the front, usually settling in the lower back. they they start off far apart and not long in duration, and then come more often and last longer. you know when you are having one cos you can't talk comfortably and have to concentrate on breathing.

I agree shooting pains very low could be the cervix getting ready. normally your waters break or you have a "show" (the mucos plug comes out). You may also have the runs, or feel really tired just before (or really energetic!).

I lost the 'plug' just after eating a curry dinner. So curry works!

G, I am waiting for your little girl to come with excited anticipation!!