im 22 weeks pregnant ive been having bad abdominal cramping and my stomach gets hard. it happened since 2 pm today and im still having that problem. could it be contractions or just gas? please help!
2007-06-01 14:47:02 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
You are describing what are called braxtoh-hicks contractions. I've been pregnant three times and always get them starting at week 20. It's nothing to worry about. Your uterus is practicing for labor.
Sometimes they hurt and sometimes not but your stomach will always harden up, and then relax.
2007-06-01 14:50:56 · answer #1 · answered by Veritas 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At the end of the day, it's your decision and all people can do is offer their opinion and experience in this situation. Personally, I wouldn't abort as I don't see Down's syndrome as a severe enough disability to justify it. In another two weeks, your baby is viable and stands a good chance of survival outside of the womb. Several babies have survived in neonatal intensive care units from 22 weeks gestation onwards. Whilst there are some health complications sometimes associated with the syndrome, a lot of Downs children live extremely happy lives. I've known several in my life and I can honestly say that they were a lot happier than most of the unaffected children I know. They are also very loving. My mum knows a Downs lady in her late twenties who is actually an actress and has her own home. I would suggest you talk to a counsellor before doing anything drastic as they are impartial and can offer some really good advice. In addition to this, you could go and see your doctor and find out what caring for a child with Downs actually involves. At the end of the day, this is still your baby. Abortion is not something to be taken lightly and can cause you permanent psychological damage. If you decide to continue with your pregnancy, whether it is difficult or not, you will adjust to having a child who needs a little extra care. I hope you manage to reach a decision that you are happy with and wish you all the best for the future.
2016-05-19 00:01:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your belly is getting hard, those are uterine contractions and not gas. (although gas isn't fun either). If it's occurring less than 5-7 minutes apart, mosey your way to the hospital! If it's spaced more than 10 minutes apart, it's just braxton-hicks contractions. Don't worry about it, but let your OB know at your next appointment.
2007-06-01 15:21:45 · answer #3 · answered by ChickPilot 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is braxtoh-hicks contractions. I get them starting at 20 weeks
2007-06-01 14:50:12 · answer #4 · answered by Guardian 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check with the doc to make sure it's not preterm labor, but honestly, I doubt it is. Just Braxton-Hicks, and you'll be fine.
2007-06-01 15:44:31 · answer #5 · answered by kwpdb8 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your doctor right away. Or go to the hospital to get checked out.
2007-06-01 14:49:14 · answer #6 · answered by sharkyincanada 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
gas wouldnt make your stomach hard.
just to be cautious, call your OB doc, or if after hours, call the hospital.
2007-06-01 14:49:45 · answer #7 · answered by mommy of 2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
having cramps during mensturation & pregnancy is completely normal. talk to your doctor or nurse. good luck! hope you feel better :)
2007-06-01 14:56:09 · answer #8 · answered by thenamesliz(: 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your dr.
2007-06-01 14:49:20 · answer #9 · answered by ourkidz0003 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋