Hi ladies I’m 40wks 1 day and anxiously awaiting little ones arrival. I was 2cm l, soft at my last appt on Thursday and since then I’ve been losing my mucus plug and been having erratic contractions here and there that have not amounted to anything.

Feeling v tired today and whilst laying down little ones movements have been so strong it literally feels like she’s trying to punch her way out of my cervix! Keep thinking that she’s going to break my waters for me! Anyone else feeling this?

She just feels so big movements hurt.

Going back to see my consultant on Tuesday to discuss options as I’m hoping for a VBAC and will not be induced this time round. My dr asked me if I would consider her breaking my waters tho in order to initiate labour and I really not sure if this is wise as I’ve heard any intervention can increase chances and of a c section.this would not be drug induced but is still an intervention.

I am feeling a bit deflated because I’m only 1 day past my due date and feel like the baby is not being given much of a chance to come of her own accord! I feel like she just needs a little longer and my body is showing signs of preparing. I am allowed to go up to 10 days over but the choice will be either hold out for natural VBAC or have an elective section.

Has anyone else not had induction but had waters purposefully broken? Keen to hear how it went and whether you still managed a natural labour. Also are contractions worse once waters go?

Thanks all!