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By Robin Elise Weiss, LCCE, About.com Guide to Pregnancy / Birth since 1997

Burst of Energy Before Labor - Or is it nesting?

Friday May 1, 2009
You often hear people talk about a burst of energy before labor, also commonly called nesting. This can take on many different forms from a burst of cleaning or organizing frenzy, you know the type I'm talking about. It's not your average, gee, I'll clean my room, but rather the I think I'll wipe down the base boards and vacuum all the cobwebs, while I clean the room variety. Many women use this burst of energy to do something productive like pack their hospital bag, finish organizing the baby's nursery or clothes, or just to finish tidying up the house. But you have to be careful to avoid over doing it. Share your nesting story with us or read others...

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