What are Braxton-Hicks Contractions?
These contractions also known as false labor are actually something that is
called sporadic uterine contractions. These contractions, although starting
as early as six weeks won't be noticeable until mid to late pregnancy.
These contractions get their name "Braxton-Hicks" from an English physician
named John Braxton Hicks. Although these contractions though most are not painful
are thought to be harmless you should always take note of them and discuss them
with your doctor or midwife. In your later pregnancy, If you haven't come on
to your 37th week yet and are experiencing Braxton-hicks contractions or what
you think to be Braxton-hicks
contractions four or more times in a given hour you should call your doctor
or midwife as soon as possible.
The final few weeks before your babies due
date, Braxton-hicks contractions will become more intense and will seem
to be more frequent and will be uncomfortable. At this point in your pregnancy
(pre-labor), Braxton-hicks contractions are your bodies way of getting your
cervix "ready" and slowly soften for childbirth.
Before you go into labor, Braxton-hicks contractions may become close together
and become painful these contractions often fool expectant moms and dads into
thinking that labor has began. If your Braxton-hicks contractions are becoming
uncomfortable, sometimes walking or changing your current position can help
relive the pain, Water has been known to help so drink a glass or two because
it has been found out that Braxton-hicks contractions have been known to be
brought on by dehydration. Breathing exercises always help so try some relaxing
breathing exercises. Many of these things can be learned from your local child
birthing classes which can be found at the hospital that you plan to give birth
at.
Braxton-Hicks Contractions are a normal part of pregnancy. Some women feel
them early and some never experience them at all. There are many more points
and information to consider about Braxton-Hicks contractions and these can be
found at www.Braxton-HicksContractions.com
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