What did the very start of your labour feel like?

I got period pains the almost 24 hours exactly before my son was born. My waters had to be popped for me 30 mins before he was born. I just remember the "period pains" starting again the next morning, you will know when your in labour, trust me I didnt believe it but you really do just KNOW when its time. Good luck and congratulations! PS. Get lots of sleep - my son is now nearlg 3 and I can barelt remember what sleep actually is! x