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Asked by Amanda_McDaniel

Q: Braxton Hicks Take Over?

Okay, I had one BH contraction when I was 20 weeks pregnant. It wasn't painful, just a tightening that made it hard to straighten up. Starting yesterday, though, I am getting real vice-like tightening that is painful, slowly turning into what feels like a Charley horse before beginning to pass. There's no pattern, they go away after a while but I'm still getting them today. I am 35 weeks tomorrow. I know it's not labor, baby doesn't feel even remotely ready, but are these still considered BH?

This question was asked Jan. 25, 2016 6:09pm
Category: Symptoms & Discomforts

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Answered by Libelula264 - Jan. 26, 2016 2:02am
Yes, those are still considered Braxton Hicks, but the fact that they are painful could mean your body is gearing up for labor. Or not. :) FX she stays put for a few more weeks!

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