Which symptom is NOT typically associated with the onset of labor?

Increased fetal movement is not typically associated with the onset of labor. As labor approaches, the dynamics of fetal movement often change; some women may experience decreased movement due to the more confined space as the fetus engages in the pelvis. This is in contrast to regular uterine contractions, which are a hallmark sign of labor, signaling the body's preparation for delivery. Bloody show, the passage of blood-tinged mucus, is a common sign that the cervix is beginning to efface and dilate, indicating that labor is imminent. A gush of water refers to the rupture of membranes, which can signal the onset of labor or occur shortly before labor begins. Therefore, while increased fetal movement is not a typical sign of labor, the other symptoms are closely related to the labor process.