Labor signs??

Elysia

So I have been having mild cramping every 10-15 minutes and my doctor said if they get to 7-9 minutes to go to the hospital to be checked. I’m only 1cm dilated by she said my cervix is soft. All night I have been feeling nauseous and have been having hot flashes. Could this be the start of labor? FTM and I have no idea what I’m supposed to be looking for. I’m only 36 weeks so I’m really hoping this baby will stay in for at least another week