Signs of Labor: Spotting, Fatigue and Pelvic Pressure Guide

Signs of labor can include physical markers like spotting, extreme fatigue, and increased pelvic pressure. Second pregnancies may present different early indicators, such as leaking breasts or indigestion.

Is Spotting a Sign of Labor?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Melissa McNamara

Spotting towards the end of your pregnancy is a sign of labor. This spotting occurs when the mucous plug that protects the opening of your cervix from bacteria dislodges from the cervix. Loss of the mucous plug also is known as the bloody show.