Guide

Top 10 Most Affordable Budget Airlines in the UAE For Your Next Trip

Dubai Expat Resident Receives Commemorate Passport Stamp After 60 Years

UAE Breaks Heat Record With 51.6°C - Here’s How to Stay Safe and Sane This Summer

Dubai Just Launched a Travel Influencer Academy

List of UAE Public Holidays in 2025: Announced and Expected Dates

Pictured: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed at a UAE Cabinet meeting.

H.H Sheikh Mohammed Ranks 3 Best & Worst UAE Government Departments

There's a 10-Year UAE Residency Visa for Dubai Content Creators and Influencers

You Can Now Enjoy Breakfast With Penguins in Dubai

Confirmed: 2025 Will Be The 'Year of Community' in The UAE

Classifieds

Jobs

How to Get a UAE Influencer License: Step-By-Step Guide & Requirements

Dubai Announces Pilot Launch of 4-Day Work Week For Employees

UAE Job Loss Insurance Claim Rejected? Here's Why It Could Happen

How to Claim UAE Job Loss Insurance: Eligibility and Step-by-Step Guide

Dubai Ranked Among Top 5 Cities in the World to Work In

Can I Get Fired in the UAE For My Mental Health Condition?

Dubai Dedicates AED 150 Million Government Support Fund For Influencers

How to Deal With Workplace Harassment in the UAE

The UAE's New End-of-Service Programme, Explained for Residents

Events

UAE Breaks Heat Record With 51.6°C - Here’s How to Stay Safe and Sane This Summer

When Is the Next UAE Public Holiday? Eid Al Adha 2025 Dates Revealed

Real Madrid World is Celebrating World Football Day With AED 199 Tickets

List of UAE Public Holidays in 2025: Announced and Expected Dates

Win Cash Prizes Up to AED 300 For Every Kilo Lost With UAE's Weight Loss Challenge

Eid Al Fitr 2025 in the UAE: When is the Long Weekend?

Ramadan 2025 in Dubai: List of Ramadan Markets to Explore

Where to Celebrate Chinese New Year 2025 in Dubai

An Enchanting Regency-Era Evening Awaits at Dubai's Bridgerton Candlelight Concert

Education

Back-to-School, Reimagined: How UAE Families Are Choosing a Smarter Start to the School Year

Embark on a Summer Adventure at Kids First Group Universe!

Top 5 Online Schools For Expat Families in the Middle East

Dubai IB School's Class of 2025 Secures Over $10 Million in University Scholarships

Experience Summer Learning at its Best with MDX Study Camps at Middlesex University Dubai

Introducing the Executive Hospitality Programme at South View School Dubai

Where to Choose the Best EYFS Children's Nursery in Dubai Marina

Nurturing Compassionate Leaders: 8 Ways Dibber Preschools Prepares Your Child

How to Make the Transition to University Life Easier

Money

Hidden Costs of Expat Life in Dubai (and How to Outsmart Them)

UAE Unveils New Official Dirham Symbol, Inspired By the Country's Flag

6 Financial Resolutions to Make for the New Year

Meet Dr. Hassan Elhais: A Pillar of Legal Expertise for Expats in the UAE

Meet the Emirati Woman Breaking Grounds in UAE Law: Awatif Khouri

Why Teens Need Real-World Financial Education?

UAE Residents Be Wary of Food Delivery Scams

5 Signs You've Been Scammed Over the Phone, and What to Do Next

UAE Job Loss Insurance Claim Rejected? Here's Why It Could Happen

Home

Are "Own Visa" and Freelancer Visa Domestic Workers Legal in the UAE?

Hiring a Maid in the UAE: 5 Legal Red Flags

Ask a UAE Flower Shop: Your Most Common Questions, Answered

FYI Dubai is Banning All Single Use Bags From June 1

Carrefour's 'Choose Better' Programme is Here to Reward Healthier Choices With 10x the Points

Are UAE Domestic Helpers Allowed to Work on a Trial Period and Hired After?

Pet Breeding in the UAE: Is it Allowed and Where to Find Legal Pet Breeders

Choithrams Announces Launch of All-Women Operated Store in the UAE

Where to Order Same-Day Valentine's Day Flowers in the UAE

Car

These Are Dubai's New Public Parking Fees From April 2025

How to Convert a Non-UAE Driving License in Dubai: A Complete Guide

Dubai Public Commute Timings & Road Closures for New Year's Eve

Booking Taxis in Dubai: How to Hail a Taxi Through WhatsApp

What Are the Requirements For a Car Loan in Dubai?

UAE Petrol Prices Will Increase in August 2024

Head's Up! Dubai Taxi Fares Will Increase in May 2024

UAE Announces New Fuel Prices For May 2024

Missing UAE License Plates: How to Report a Lost Plate or Reclaim Yours

Wellness

Win Cash Prizes Up to AED 300 For Every Kilo Lost With UAE's Weight Loss Challenge

9 Warning Signs for Breast Cancer

Top Tips to Have a Healthy Heart in the UAE

Discover "The New You" at Zieda's Aesthetic Clinic in Dubai

Top Ladies-Only Gyms and Fitness Centres in Dubai

Say Goodbye to Wrinkles With Mediclinic's Botox Mondays Offer

Get Expert Healthcare and Wellness Delivered to Your Doorstep in Dubai Within 30 Minutes

Top 7 Scenic UAE Jogging and Running Routes

IVF in the UAE: Unmarried Non-Muslim Couples Are Allowed to Undergo IVF

Shop

Shopping In Dubai

Best Online Shopping Sites in Dubai and UAE

An A-Z Guide to Dubai's Popular Malls

What To Wear At The Beach In Dubai

14 Hilarious Realities of Visiting Dubai Mall

Every Day is a Discount Day on THIS Deals Site

Cityland Mall Preview: Dubai's New Nature-Inspired Shopping Mall

EWmums

EWfood

ewmoda

early stages of labour - is this normal?

Log in to post new content in the forum.

730

Posts

EW GURU

Latest post on 26 June 2011 - 08:46

Thinking of you. All the very best.

77

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 26 June 2011 - 08:38

orchard - i was induced but had DD naturally ... albeit after 26 hours and foreceps but no csection. Just hoping for my labour to start naturally this time as my body really wasn't ready last time and therefore things took ages. well, last night the pain in my pelvis and lower back got a lot worse. walking to the toilet had my eyes tear up... This morning there was more plug and now blood stained again (sorry tmi!) and needed help coming downstairs. Leaving now to the hospital - its my regular appointment but talking the bags with us!

72

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 26 June 2011 - 01:18

Hey Farasha, hope all's well at your end if you don't mind may i ask u, that r u tring for VBAC this time? as u were induced with ur first one i was induced with my first one and ended up with an emergency c-section after 12 long hours this time i am trying for VBAC

270

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 10:36

OH WOW Fafasha!!! This is so exciting, but I know how frustrating it can be, I was there 6 weeks ago! I was also 3 cm when my doc examined me, and I opted for a sweep. I had more of less the same as you. I'm no expert but from my own personal experience yes it does seem like you are dilating more. Here in Dubai they do say that if you are 3cm dilated WITH contractions then yes you are in labour, but if you 3cm with no contractions, then you are not( in UK with DS they sent me home when I was 4cm and told to come when contractions become closer together). When I got my sweep with DD, I was 38 weeks, she did it on a sunday, had spotting and my mucus plug came out in bits, not in one go like my DS. then waters went on tuesday, again that was a trickle, it felt like I had wet myself, so I put a panty liner on to monitor it. And every time I coughed, laughed, more came out. Anyway long story short, went in and I was already 5cm but still no contractions. So you can still dilate with no regular contractions

77

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 10:23

btw - i noticed yesterday i had a big contraction and then went to the loo and there was a very big clear-ish gloopy lump (sooo sorry TMI!). Same thing happened the night before - big contraction and then very big lump. could this be more of the plug? could i be dialating more?

77

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 10:16

Thanks ladies... still pregnant! Having a second session of acupuncture tonight and then see my doctor tomorrow so lets see! Its amazing how everything can seem to be happening and then suddenly it all stops! Kinda wish they didn't examine me to see i'm 3cm on tuesday - ignorance is bliss :) Have a feeling my doctor might want to start helping things along after i see her tomorrow - was induced with DD so really really want this to happen as naturally as possible... but i guess this time I'm not starting from zero.

829

Posts

EW GURU

Latest post on 25 June 2011 - 07:47

Ooo, exciting - you must have had your baby by now! If not, good luck with your delivery. Let us know please .

730

Posts

EW GURU

Latest post on 24 June 2011 - 17:49

Very exciting. Just wanted to wish you all the best. Rest up, looks like you'll be a busy mummy pretty soon. Take care.

35

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 23 June 2011 - 21:41

:cool: Enjoy the sofa time then... but hurry if you feel more pressure down, it might go very quickly !

77

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 23 June 2011 - 20:26

nope i'm on the sofa at home... still only lower back pain and pressure down. in fact i only remember i'm 3cms when i stand up. had a ctg this morning which showed v v mild contractions but nothing overly painful - just uncomfortable. kind of like the pressure you get when baby stretches too much. doctor appointment on sunday. i wonder if i'll make it!

1403

Posts

EW OLDHAND

Latest post on 23 June 2011 - 20:10

Good luck!!! :)

35

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 23 June 2011 - 20:08

she might be in the labour room now... lol

494

Posts

EW EXPLORER

Latest post on 23 June 2011 - 19:58

wow, I thougth you were in active labour when you hit 3 cm? all the best with the birth of your baby either way. <em>edited by AussiePup on 23/06/2011</em>

77

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 22 June 2011 - 19:01

thanks for your replies. my mucus plug went this afternoon. Messaged doctor and she said she doesnt need to see me before my sunday appointment unless i'm in labour... the uncertainty and guessing is tough eh?!

308

Posts

EW EXPLORER

Latest post on 22 June 2011 - 18:08

I had an internal at 37 weeks and was dilated 2cm and experienced spotting afterwards. Still took another 3 days to reach the main event though! I [b'>think[/b'> the rule is that as long as the blood is brown-ish and not bright red, you're OK. But as mentioned, if you are concerned, always best to be cautious. How exciting - good luck!!

Hello.Again.Kitty

1861

Posts

EW EXPERT

Latest post on 22 June 2011 - 17:25

I've heard that it is, but if you're concerned, or if you have any other things that are bothering you, just go straight to the Dr again. I wouldn't know, because the only internals I ever had ended in a very surprised face and the midwife declaring I was 10cm!

77

Posts

EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 22 June 2011 - 15:13

On friday night i started vomiting randomly and then was fine afterward. Since then i've been feeling nauseous on and off and feeling a lot of pressure down and pelvic tightening. Been having lower back pain too especially in my tail bone... I mentioned it to the doctor at my checkup yesterday and she examined me - i was 3cm dialated. The examination killed and she was going to do a sweep but i said no. Since then i've been having brown spotting - i was induced with DD and remember the mucus plug being...well, mucus-y. is this spotting normal after an internal exam when you're dialated? thanks in advance ladies <em>edited by farasha202 on 22/06/2011</em>

Log in to post new content in the forum.

ON EXPATWOMAN TODAY

Top online British and US High Schools in the UAE: CambriLearn

Back-to-School, Reimagined: How UAE Families Are Choosing a Smarter Start to the School Year

Top 10 Low Cost Airlines in the UAE

Top 10 Most Affordable Budget Airlines in the UAE For Your Next Trip

Top Nursery School Kids Summer Camps in Dubai 2025

Embark on a Summer Adventure at Kids First Group Universe!

Dubai Expat Resident Receives Commemorate Passport Stamp After 60 Years

Dubai Expat Resident Receives Commemorate Passport Stamp After 60 Years

Top 5 UK curriculum online schools for expat families and kids abroad

Top 5 Online Schools For Expat Families in the Middle East

UAE Breaks Heat Record With 51.6°C - Here’s How to Stay Safe and Sane This Summer

UAE Breaks Heat Record With 51.6°C - Here’s How to Stay Safe and Sane This Summer

Best educational summer camps for teenagers in Dubai: MDX Summer Camps

Experience Summer Learning at its Best with MDX Study Camps at Middlesex University Dubai

Hidden Costs of Expat Life in Dubai (and How to Outsmart Them)

Hidden Costs of Expat Life in Dubai (and How to Outsmart Them)

Real Madrid World Dubai - Summer Offer AED 199 per ticket

Real Madrid World is Celebrating World Football Day With AED 199 Tickets

Scholarship opportunities at the Swiss international Scientific School Dubai (SISD)

Dubai IB School's Class of 2025 Secures Over $10 Million in University Scholarships

Travel influencer academy in Dubai

Dubai Just Launched a Travel Influencer Academy

Central Bank of UAE reveals new official currency symbol for the Emirati dirham

UAE Unveils New Official Dirham Symbol, Inspired By the Country's Flag

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed announces 3 best UAE government departments

Pictured: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed at a UAE Cabinet meeting.

H.H Sheikh Mohammed Ranks 3 Best & Worst UAE Government Departments

New 10-Year UAE Residency Visa for Dubai Content Creators and Influencers

There's a 10-Year UAE Residency Visa for Dubai Content Creators and Influencers

UAE president announces 2025 will be the 'Year of Community' in the emirates

Confirmed: 2025 Will Be The 'Year of Community' in The UAE

Breakfast with penguins at Ski Dubai Mall of the Emirates

You Can Now Enjoy Breakfast With Penguins in Dubai

How to convert another country's drivers license in Dubai

How to Convert a Non-UAE Driving License in Dubai: A Complete Guide

Registrations open for EYFS curriculum Willow Children's Nursery in Dubai

Where to Choose the Best EYFS Children's Nursery in Dubai Marina

List of confirmed UAE public holidays in 2025

List of UAE Public Holidays in 2025: Announced and Expected Dates

Outdoor cinemas in Dubai for the winter season 2024

The Best Outdoor Cinemas in Dubai to See Open-Air Movies This Winter

Executive Hospitality Programme at South View School in Dubai

Introducing the Executive Hospitality Programme at South View School Dubai

Expat legal consultants in the UAE | Dr. Hassan Elhais

Meet Dr. Hassan Elhais: A Pillar of Legal Expertise for Expats in the UAE

Saray Spa promotions at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

This Luxury Dubai Spa Has Some of the Very Best Breaks To Escape To

A Complete Guide How to Get an Influencer License in Dubai and UAE

How to Get a UAE Influencer License: Step-By-Step Guide & Requirements

UAE Emirati Lawyer Awatif Khouri in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Meet the Emirati Woman Breaking Grounds in UAE Law: Awatif Khouri

Dubai's gravity-driven tunnel to reduce flood risks by 700%

Pictured: Flooded roads from the record-breaking storm that hit Dubai in April 2024.

Dubai Flood Risk to Be Cut Down by 700% With New Tunnel

8 Beauty Treatments in Dubai for busy moms

8 Beauty Treatments in Dubai: Self-Care Recommendations for Busy Moms

Mashreq NEO NXT Account | Why Kids and Teens Need Financial Education

Why Teens Need Real-World Financial Education?

E-scooters are no longer banned on the Dubai Metro stations and trains

RTA Finally Lifts E-Scooter Ban From Dubai Metro

Spa packages at Saray Spa in JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Step Into the Ultimate Relaxation Bliss With Saray Spa's Pampering Packages

How to book Dubai taxi through WhatsApp

Booking Taxis in Dubai: How to Hail a Taxi Through WhatsApp

Experience Extended Stays and Special Savings at Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort UAE

Soak Up the Summer With the Ultimate UAE Staycation Special

RTA Dubai flying taxi official launch date

Image credit: Joby Aviation.

RTA Finally Confirms Launch Date of Dubai's Flying Taxis