how do i even know when it's time to go!

i'm scared i want know the difference between a barxton hicks and some for real pain!!!!!!! i don't want to mess out on any drugs to keep the pain away these is my first child i don't know what to expect.

ohhhhh trust me youll know when its time! they will get worse and worse. dont worry i was that way with mine too.

Im kindove confused as well... my midwife told me the best way to tell is as follows.

Press on your belly a little below your belly button.... if it goes in smooshey no problem then your not contracting. If you press on your belly and it feels like it feels when you press in the tip of your nose then your contracting but not that bad. If you press on your belly and it feels like your chin then your having mild contractions.... and if you press on your belly and it feels like your forehead you probably having some major contractions. She said other then that when your contracing and you can talk normal through a contraction your ok... if your contracting and you cant walk talk or move then its time to go to the hospital lol. Hope that helps... It sure did help me.. Im just waiting now.