Throughout pregnancy, a woman pays special attention to her he alth, because now she is responsible not only for herself, but also for her unborn baby. A great concern for many ladies is the condition when the stomach turns to stone. 40 weeks pregnant is a reason for them to panic, as many think they have been carrying a baby.
New sensations
At this time, the baby is tired of darkness and loneliness, he is already completely ready to meet his parents and the whole world. Mom may feel that the intensity of the baby’s movements has decreased, but other incomprehensible sensations appear instead. The stomach drops, thereby helping the child to find the correct position for future childbirth, it becomes difficult to walk from this. Most women endure pregnancy quite easily, and when the stomach turns to stone at 40 weeks, they start to panic. These sensations appeardue to girdle pain in the lower abdomen and in the lumbar region. One of the reasons may be the first harbingers of childbirth. Even if the preparation for childbirth goes on as usual, incomprehensible sensations can cause anxiety due to ignorance of the causes of this phenomenon.
Uterine hypertonicity
The increased tone of the uterus causes such a terrible phenomenon for many as the feeling that the stomach is turning to stone. 40 weeks of pregnancy is a period at which such phenomena are quite normal. An increase in tone occurs when the muscles contract for a few seconds. Repeats can occur up to several times within an hour. There should be no discomfort or discharge. It is better at this time to lie on your side in a relaxed state. You can stroke your belly or ask your loved one to do it. When you relax, the tone will decrease by itself.
The factors that predetermine this phenomenon are:
- stress situations;
- great physical activity;
- fatigue;
- processes in a woman's body;
- hormonal surges;
- bloating.
You should definitely tell your gynecologist about the tone of the uterus in order to avoid unnecessary consequences. If there are no contraindications to playing sports, there are excellent exercises to relieve tension in the uterus.
Other Feelings
The last term of preparation for childbirth, until which not everyone carries the baby, is 41 weeks of pregnancy. The stomach stiffens, the lower back pulls, false contractions, prolapse of the uterus are normal sensations at this time. They only confirm the approach of hour X. To somehow survive this time, go in for sports or just relax. Read, watch a movie, in general, spend your time as you please, because very soon it will be very difficult to devote at least a minute to yourself.
What to do?
You can perform exercises when fatigue, swelling of the legs, when the stomach becomes stony. 40 weeks pregnant is not the time to lie down, panic and prepare for the worst. Many doctors recommend leading an active lifestyle until the very birth. There are several exercises that will not only reduce the tone of the uterus, but also help prepare the body for future childbirth:
- These movements can be done at any stage of pregnancy to relieve all kinds of cramps. The first thing to do is get on all fours, raise your head a little and arch your back for just a few seconds. No need to strain too much, keep your breathing even. Lower your head and, rounding your back, freeze for about 5 seconds. Repeat all the manipulations several times until you feel relief.
- Butterfly pose, stretching exercise. Sit on the floor, spread your legs and bend them at the knees. Place them so that the feet are closed and the knees look in different directions. Place your hands on your knees and gently try to press them to the floor. No need to rush, let the legs get used to the tension a little and try to stretch the muscles a little more.
If, for medical reasons, sports are contraindicated for you,try to de-energize by taking a not too hot sea s alt bath.
41 week: stomach turns to stone, what to do?
In the last month of pregnancy, it is very important to listen to new sensations so as not to miss the onset of labor. Signs that indicate that it is time to call an ambulance include spotting, cork release, regular contractions, water discharge if the stomach becomes stony. 40 weeks of pregnancy and 41 - the period when the child is born fully formed and ready for independent life.
Helpful Tips:
- Since no one canceled daily walks, before leaving the house, be sure to check that the battery is charged in the phone and the most necessary documents are in the bag.
- To hasten the birth, with the permission of the doctor, you can have sex, do light exercises, take a walk up the stairs. Some women say laxatives have helped.
Don't panic if you haven't had a baby yet and your personal calendar says you're 41 weeks pregnant. Stomach hardening, contractions intensified, water broke - do not worry, because these are signs that you will soon see your long-awaited child.
