What are the signs of contractions?

The signs of contractions can include:

* Your belly becoming hard and round. Contractions can cause your belly to become hard and tight. This is because the muscles of your uterus are tightening and contracting.

* Feeling pressure or pain in your belly. Contractions can cause pressure or pain in your belly. This pain is often described as feeling like a squeezing, tightening sensation.

* Your back aching. Contractions can also cause back pain. This pain is often described as a dull, aching sensation.

* Feeling nauseated or vomiting. Contractions can sometimes cause nausea or vomiting. This is because the hormones released during contractions can affect your digestive system.

* Having diarrhea. Contractions can sometimes cause diarrhea. This is because the hormones released during contractions can relax your bowels.

* Feeling a need to urinate. Contractions can sometimes cause you to feel a need to urinate. This is because the pressure of the contractions on your bladder can make you feel like you need to go to the bathroom.

It's important to note that not all women experience all of these signs of contractions. Some women may only experience a few of these symptoms, while others may experience all of them. If you're not sure whether you're having contractions, talk to your doctor or midwife.