When the
abdomen lowers before childbirth, this means that the bottom of the uterus, which once rested on the diaphragm, also lowered. In this case, the expectant mother becomes a little easier to breathe. Discomfort in the digestive system, such as heartburn and bloating, may also disappear. There is no specific term for how many days before birth the abdomen descends, since pregnancy is individual for each woman. But there are averaged indicators.
For those who will give birth for the first time, the tummy can fall 2-4 weeks before giving birth. For those who are going to give birth again, this period is reduced to two days, but it may happen that the stomach drops directly on the day of birth. Visually, it is not so easy for a layman to see how the stomach lowers before childbirth. It is believed that this happened when a palm is placed under the chest over the stomach.
In some women, when the abdomen falls before childbirth, sensations arise that were not there before. For example, urge to go to the toilet more often, pulling pains occur in the lower abdomen, while walking or in a sitting position, you may feel as if something is pressing and interfering - this is the uterus itself. Sleep becomes more and more torn, as it is more difficult to choose a comfortable position. In order to roll over to the other side, you must first rise.
When the abdomen lowers before childbirth, this is not a big deal, as this means that physiological processes are proceeding normally, and the future baby is confidently moving towards the exit, occupying the most convenient position for himself (most often with his head down) in the pelvic floor so that to be closer to the exit at the right time. Abdominal prolapse does not mean that childbirth is about to begin. The baby is just getting ready, he decides for himself when he needs to be born. At the right time, he will secrete a hormone, which will command the maternal pituitary gland to secrete its hormone, which starts the process of opening the uterus.
It is not necessary to reduce physical activity when the abdomen falls before childbirth, so that the body does not relax before the upcoming load, it is in shape and has withstood the entire process of childbirth to the end, but it is also individual. You can cope with pressing feelings by attending aerobics classes: when the body is in water, as if in zero gravity, this allows the pelvic floor muscles to relax from the pressure of the uterus.
It is necessary to exclude long walks or trips, because a long stay in one position makes the pressure even stronger. And if it is not possible to change the position, then the discomfort may increase, because of which the pressure will rise, and overall health will worsen. No need to walk at a brisk pace, let alone run after transport. Small walks in the evenings with her husband in the park are the best option, as there are places where you can sit and relax. If the pain sensation has become strong, stop or sit down to wait. The kid will roll over, the discomfort will go away, and you can safely move on. In the last three or four weeks before giving birth, it is worth taking more care of yourself, adhering to a leisurely and relaxed rhythm of life. Try to be in harmony with yourself and fill your head with imaginary problems as little as possible. Pregnancy is a time of rest before endless parental everyday life.