During my pregnancy, I had a premature contraction at 21 weeks. I was put on absolute bed rest immediately and was prescribed uterus relaxation medicines. Now I am in my 35th week and doing fine. Does ...

Contractions can start, stop and change before active labor. Banner Health explains what this may mean, how to track your ...

When labor begins, the uterus must coordinate rhythmic, well-timed contractions to deliver the baby safely. While hormones such as progesterone and oxytocin are key contributors to that process, ...

An irritable uterus, or uterine irritability, produces frequent and sometimes uncomfortable contractions for pregnant individuals. Although people often confuse uterine irritability with “false labor, ...

Childbirth depends not just on hormones, but on the uterus’s ability to sense physical force. Scientists found that pressure and stretch sensors in uterine muscles and surrounding nerves work together ...

Your due date is near and you’re feeling more pelvic pressure. Learn when it’s a normal sign of baby dropping and when you should call your provider.

Learn what the 5-1-1 rule for contractions means, how to time your contractions, what it can tell you about labor, and when to call your doctor.