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Labour and birth
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Early signs of labour

Signs that labour is around the corner and your body is preparing to give birth

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Posted: 10 June 2011
by Kim Hookem

Early labour signs
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Not many labours are a surprise!

When labour arrives, chances are you’ll know all about it. But before the contractions become more regular and painful, and before you’re anywhere near the pushing phase, there are some subtle signs that your body is getting ready to give birth.

Find out what to look out for...

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