Diarrhea and bowel disturbance: Nearing labor your body will produce prostaglandins, a chemical which will cause loose bowel movements. A very unpleasant sign of impending labor, but one which does let you know the baby is coming soon. If you have been suffering from constipation, this may be a bit of a relief.
As a cool-weather vegetable, brussel sprouts do well when the plants are well-watered, especially during the hot summer months when they are first transplanted (for a fall harvest), or are reaching maturity (during an early spring planting).
Summer vegetables should be planted by mid-May. Plant second crops of broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, bok choy, cauliflower, collards and turnips from mid-July through mid-August for winter harvests. Lettuce, cucumbers and determinate tomatoes can go in every few weeks.