Leaking Amniotic Fluid or Something Else? 3 Ways to Tell
Thinking your water broke? Learn the real signs of leaking amniotic fluid, how to tell the difference between amniotic fluid vs. discharge, when to call your OB, and why identifying true water breakage matters for a safe and positive birth experience. This trusted guide is packed with expert labor and delivery nursing advice so you can avoid confusion and feel confident as you prepare for labor and delivery. ✨ Give yourself (and your partner) the confidence for your whole birth experience! Join my complete birth class to get fully prepared: https://www.pullingcurls.com/online-p... 📋 What You'll Learn 💧 How to know if your water broke or if it's just discharge 💦 What amniotic fluid really is (including the surprising truth!) 🕒 Simple steps & pro tips to check for leaking fluid at home 🧑⚕️ Office tests (Amnisure, ROM Plus, nitrazine) & when to use them 🚑 What to do if you spot a cord or hand after your water breaks (TRUE emergency) 🔬 Why confirming water breakage is important for protecting baby from infection 📞 When and how to contact your provider 🏠 Can you labor safely at home after your water breaks? 📝 What happens in the hospital if your water is broken 🤔 Common myths vs. reality: How often does water actually break before labor? 🔔 LOVE birth tips? SUBSCRIBE HERE for helpful, no-fluff pregnancy & labor education! / @pregnancynurse 🔗 Links Mentioned: 💧 Gross things people find about pregnancy: • Gross Things No One Talks About Birth (but... 💧 Is my water broken quiz: https://www.pullingcurls.com/tmi-thur... ▶️ Watch Next: 👉 • Are You Missing These Early Signs That Lab... 👉 • What Most Moms Get Wrong in the Third Trim... 👉 • Has Your Baby Dropped? The Signs You Can't... 👉 • How to Push During Labor: Timing, Methods,... 👩⚕️ About Your Expert: Hilary Erickson, The Pregnancy Nurse® (RN-BSN), brings 20+ years of labor & delivery experience and thousands of births to her advice. She's passionate about evidence-based pregnancy education and making birth prep simple, clear, and empowering! ⏰ Timestamps/Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Is Your Water Broken? 00:15 Meet Hilary: Your Pregnancy Nurse 00:53 Understanding Water Breaking 02:15 Three Ways to Tell if Your Water Has Broken 03:53 When to Call Your Provider 05:27 Why It Matters if Your Water Breaks 07:11 Labor and Water Breaking: What to Expect 07:58 Conclusion: Next Steps and Final Tips 📲 Find us on social @pregnancynurse pregnurse.com | pullingcurls.com ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video provides general medical information, not personalized advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for recommendations tailored to you and your pregnancy. Infection risk, GBS status, labor progress, distance from the hospital, and other complications should be considered when deciding your plan after possible water breaking. Hilary shares the latest evidence-based info, but always confirm with your provider. #leakingamnioticfluid #waterbreaking #pregnancytips
