How did you know you were in labor?

I’m a FTM, 39 weeks, and have experienced irregular contractions the past couple of weeks. Also have had multiple “labor” symptoms and pain but I am still pregnant!

What were some of the main symptoms you noticed that you knew you needed to go to the hospital and that you were in active labor?

I’m so anxious I won’t know what’s going on until it’s too late so I pay attention to every little pain!