I haven't had cramps in quite a few weeks, but today I've been experiencing cramps (similar to menstrual cramps, where my ovaries would be) on and off. I don't know if this is braxton hicks or not?
Occasionally I can feel my uterus tighten, and I'm thinking that is Braxton hicks, and I only have that a few times a day, if at all. Today I've only noticed this experience once, but I've had cramping on and off. It's just making me nervous because I'm only 23 weeks...
I've been under a good deal of stress this week as well... so I'm really hoping I'm not sending myself into premature labor or anything. What would be signs of premature labor and when should I call my doctor or go to the ER?
2007-08-15 11:44:56 · 6 answers · asked by mums_the_word 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
also, just now, i started getting a sharp pain in my cervix? that used to happen when i was in early pregnancy and stopped, my dr said it was just due to increased pressure on my cervix...
but does your cervix hurt during dilation and when its effacing?
2007-08-15 11:52:55 · update #1
As long as they go away I wouldn't worry. It is probably just your uterus growing and ligaments stretching. And the braxton hicks contractions don't really hurt. They are just the pressure-like tightening you feel from time to time. They are more uncomfortable than painful. Just try to lie down when you cramp and relax and maybe try drinking extra fluids as well.
2007-08-15 11:54:25 · answer #1 · answered by νí®τǘø§ ωǿмåņ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is normal, just braxton hicks...your uterus is getting larger, and the bands that hold the uterus in place are stretching. but as always, address any concerns with your doctor.
2007-08-15 11:52:30 · answer #2 · answered by superyduperymommy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it may be you uterus stretching. you are wayyyy to early for braxton hicks. I would call the doc or go to the hospital if you even suspect that its preterm labor.
2007-08-15 11:53:06 · answer #3 · answered by April 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you probably experienced brxtn hicks. i started getting them at about 25 or 26 weeks. they are scary because you just know its not normal. drink lots of water and rest
2007-08-15 16:02:13 · answer #4 · answered by stephanie s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is normal it is called braxton hicks but if you are worried call your doctor that's what they are there for
2007-08-15 23:32:34 · answer #5 · answered by onehotmommy 79 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I were you I would call the doctor and let him or her known what you are going through and she what they tell you to due.
2007-08-15 11:52:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋