Intense pressure in groin!!!

[smile123]

I'm 36 weeks and pregnant with my first. The last 4 days have seen me have the most intense pressure in my groin. Not felt this up until this point. My baby's head had been near my pelvis for 4 weeks-does this pressure mean the baby has just moved further down?

Any help would be appreciated!

[Hidden]

Have u spoken to ur midwife? No harm in getting checked out is been 5 years since my last one forgotten all them sort of feelings! !! Sorry can't be of much help xx

[rachey]

It could be a few things, e.g. The baby's head has moved down and it's causing pressure on your bladder, or pelvic pain or spd ( the latter are very similar but can cause difficulties in walking), if its causing you lots of discomfort and not eased by a hot bath then see your midwife. If in doubt about anything talk to your midwife.

[Megzey]

Hiya smile123, All sounds like good movement in the south direction. I had my first baby at 36+5 so it was a bit of a shock to be honest but had everything ready like hospital bag etc. I had a show a week before I had him, you may or may not have one but just watch out for it. It is just like a pinky discharge. How exciting, take care and get as much rest as you can

[smile123]

Thanks everyone. Not hAving pain at all so doubt it's SPD but will have to keep an eye to see if he/she is wanting to make an appearance earlier than expected!

[York-mummy]

Perhaps your baby's head has just properly engaged! In the later stages of my first pregnancy I felt a very heavy feeling down there almost like I could feel her head and it meant I struggled to walk ... Or at least walk without waddling!! I would definitely check with your midwife tho just to make sure! Good luck!!