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Probably every woman who tells you about her labor experience, tells you a different story.
www.americanpregnancy.org/labornbirth/signsoflabor.html
Upside: Describes several detailed signs of labor
Downside: No information on what to do next
1. Lightening. You can breathe easy again. 2. Effacement. Your cervix ripens.
healthresources.caremark.com/topic/laborsigns
Upside: Very specific signs of labor and advice
Downside: None
At times, it can be difficult to distinguish the difference between the signs of prelabor and the early signs of labor ("true" labor).
pregnancy.emedtv.com/labor/signs-of-labor.html
Upside: Very detailed information on signs of labor with good links
Downside: Article spans two pages
How to read the possible signs and symptoms of labor There are several possible that labor may be on its way including more frequent Braxton-Hicks contractions as well as more back pain.
childbirth---labour-delivery.suite101.com/article.cfm/possible_signs_of_labor
Upside: Good article on reading the signs of labor
Downside: None
The process of childbirth can be divided into three distinct stages. Understanding the signs and stages of childbirth will help you be prepared and have a healthy birthing experience.
health.howstuffworks.com/10002-childbirth-signs-and-symptoms-of-labor.htm
Upside: Very good article detailing stages of labor
Downside: Unclear article source
* When should I call my doctor or midwife? * What should I do early on in labour? * Can I have contractions and not be in labour? * Can I tell if labour is about to happen soon? How do I know when I ...
www.babycentre.co.uk/link.jhtml?id=181
Upside: Detailed article on knowing when you are in labor
Downside: Several ads
I have about 5 or 6 weeks left and my belly is really getting hard and i've had a few contractions but none recently.
answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080105092523AANXCAL
Upside: Answers to user generated question on knowing when you are in labor
Downside: Range of various answers
Every woman's labor is unique. But understanding the typical signs of labor can help you know what to expect as your due date approaches.
www.mayoclinic.com/health/signs-of-labor/PR00083
Upside: Good overview on helping you identify the signs of labor
Downside: None
On television, babies are often born with a rush of emotion and swift action. The mother doubles over from the pain of a single contraction, and the baby appears before the commercial break.
www.revolutionhealth.com/healthy-living/pregnancy/labor-delivery/labor/signs-symptoms
Upside: Easy to read site with helpful information on labor signs
Downside: Lots of scrolling
7 questions to help you know for sure For those of you with visions of either giving birth in your car or making repeated "false alarm" trips to the hospital or birth center, this checklist is for ...
parenting.ivillage.com/pregnancy/plabor/0,,bxkm,00.html
Upside: Tips to recognize the signs of labor
Downside: Need to click on several pages to see all the tips; busy page