braxton hick contraction
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Cramps, Braxton Hick's, Help?
Asked by C.G. from Norfolk
on February 18, 2010
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How do I know the difference? I don't know how to tell if what I'm feeling is a cramp or something more.
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- As someone who didn't know I was in labor the first time around (had back pains/crampy feeling) until my water broke, I'm with the people who say don't be afraid to ca...
- Labor pains are regular. Braxton Hicks are all over the place. Drink a lot of water and they may go away. You can have Braxton Hicks all day. When your contractions st...
- It is really annoying when people say this but you will know. Braxton hicks are just a tightening sensation in your bump and although uncomfortable are not painful. Co...
Differentiating Between Braxton Hicks and True Contractions
Asked by M.R. from Kansas City
on April 30, 2011
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Wednesday night I was having several contractions an hour, anywhere from 4-7. I just thought they were the braxton hicks kind and assumed this was normal. I had some...
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- The only way I could tell the difference when I went into labor was by timing the duration between them. My braxton hicks were random. I'd have one, 10 minutes later...
- I agree with Julia N. Also, my daughter was 3, when I was pregnant with my 2nd child. At her age, I could, explain to her that Mommy has to take care of my tummy, ...
- I never have understood the difference either! with my first I was having contractions @ 26 weeks that I couldn't even feel! so that's I don't get how are you suppos...
What Does Labor Feel Like?
Asked by V.W. from Minneapolis
on October 1, 2010
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What does labor feel like? How do you know when it's time to go to the hospital?
So... Ever since my doctor told me on Monday that I was 2cm dilated, I've been more...
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- With my first pregnancy I also wondered how I'd know I was in labor and everyone would tell me I would just know (as many of the ladies below said also) and they were ...
- You will definitely notice a difference in the contractions and time. My first started out around 4 pm with mild cramping and by 11 pm the cramping/tightening abdomen ...
- It feels tight....and strong. Very hard to explain...but you do get a feeling, and then you will know! ~Do not let the nurses on the phone dictate anything to y...
How to deal with mucus discharge during 35 weeks of pregnancy
Asked by E.E. from Houston
on September 2, 2007
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Hi, I'm 35 weeks pregnant and in my 34th week i noticed a yellowish green mucus discharge; It only happend once that day; the following day i noticed it again, but thi...
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- E., you need to contact your physician or the on call doctor and let them know what you see. It could be the beginning stages but the mucus is not always that color so...
- Sounds like you lost your mucus plug. Braxton Hicks are very normal and it just means your body is practicing for its big moment. Sadly though, it doesn't mean your ba...
- Congratulations on your pregnancy. I think what you are experiencing is quite normal. I remember the same thing, and in fact I ended up going to the hospital becau...
Contractions and Irritable Uterus
Asked by P.P. from Chicago
on February 1, 2011
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Hi Moms,
Has anyone been diagnosed with an Irritable Uterus during pregnancy? I think I have this. I'm on my third pregnancy, and I get so many contractions every d...
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- I had a "cranky" uterus as well, but I lasted 42 weeks!! : D I kind of just got used to it after awhile. lol
- I, too, had contractions from pretty early on. With my first, they started at 35 weeks (which isn't overly early), but they were immediately every 10-15 minutes for 2...
- I feel for you. I have not been officially diagnosed - however, I have many of the same complaints. (I did not notice them as early as you, but have noticed they are...
Will I Know Before I Go into Labor?
Asked by A.C. from Chicago
on November 17, 2010
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Ok, so Im 32 weeks and this is me and my husbands first baby...I was just wondering, will I know when Im actually in labor and are there any signs I should look for th...
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- It depends on the person and the pregnancy -there's absolutely no way to tell! Sorry! Some women lose their mucus plugs and see that and feel that this is a good indic...
- I see everyone's answers and they are all different! My first one I was in labor 30 hours before my water broke. My contractions were 2-3 minutes apart pretty much t...
- With my first - I too was worried about where my water will break. This time around I am hoping it will be at the office right in front of my boss... just kidding. Wel...
How Bad Is It Really??!!
Asked by K.G. from New York
on April 22, 2008
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Okay Ladies, first time Mom and all is well so far at 6 months along! Of course as we approach the big day I find it a little difficult to not think about (read: Obses...
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- K., I told myself I wanted to TRY to hold off, but when I got to the hospital (~2 hours into contractions) and was 5cm, the contractions were becoming to strong. ...
- Hi K.. Well, I did not have any medication at all for any of my three children, and I considered myself to be an A-class whimp! Believe me it isn't as bad as they ma...
- Hi Mom, glad to see you know what you want. Few clarifications tho, You could be dialated to and at 3cm for weeks before labor begins. you just make sure to s...
