Common symptoms before labor are about two weeks before the due date, which is the pre-labor period. Many expectant mothers will experience physical and psychological changes during this period. Let’s take a look at the common symptoms in the prepartum period. 1. Abdominal changes and discomfort As the embryo develops, the inside of the uterus becomes more and more crowded, and the expectant mother’s abdomen will also change. During the prelabor period, the uterus