Is this the real thing..?

38 weeks

It's been a hectic day. 

Looking after my stepson and using my persuasive techniques to get him up, fed, showered, dressed and into the city after a week off sick (him, not me) took most of the morning.  The trip into the city took most of the afternoon, and the day rounded off with a trip to the midwife this evening followed by some logistics to hand back my dogs in-law. 

Finally the appointment has come through at the right hospital for next Monday.  I fear however that this may be a little late...

I'm not quite sure my hectic day is over.  I've been having mild contractions on and off for weeks which is completely normal.  But having one just as I was being looked at by the midwife today, I wish I paid more attention as to when exactly she said I should get myself to the hospital.  I'm up and having a cup of tea (oh how English), timing the contractions and trying to decide what to do next.  Shower?  Wake my husband?  Read the instructions of the TENS machine that I've hired but haven't quite got round to looking at?

A quick look online tells me that "When you have four to six contractions for two hours in a row, it's time to call the doctor. Chances are good that you're in labor...".    I've had 7 in the last forty minutes, but they don't yet appear to be all that regular.   I think it could be time to wake Ivan.  Shame that I don't yet have a doctor.  Looks like it's going to have to be A&E.