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Elbee
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Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
Since yesterday I have been having this strange tightening in my belly. It feels lke the baby rolls into a ball, then releases. At first that is what I thought, but it happens when I stand up after sitting at my desk for a long period of time or after I climb the subway steps.
Do you think they are contractions or Braxton Hicks? Should I call the doctor?
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Posted 7/24/07 9:36 PM  |
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ARIELSMOM
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
sounds like BH to me...you should always call your Dr if it persists.
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| Posted 7/24/07 9:41 PM |
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Arodisi
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
is there any pattern to it? i was told to call the dr if i have 4 or more in 1 hour or if i notice a pattern...
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| Posted 7/24/07 10:31 PM |
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alexlynn7
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
sounds like braxton hicks, but i agree, i would definitely call your doc if you are having more than 4-6 an hour. i've been having frequent BH for 3 weeks now, and i have to take meds for them to prevent pre-term labor...
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| Posted 7/24/07 10:35 PM |
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Elbee
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
Thanks .. it happens a couple of times a day, but I do not think 3+ times an hour. I will have to pay attention more and drink more water and see.
Thanks ladies!
I was really unconcerned until someone said "doesn't sound like the baby, sounds like contractions!" Always worrying!
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| Posted 7/25/07 8:41 AM |
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babyhopeful
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
This kid is going to give you and "G" gray hair before he/she is even born 
Glad it's not too regular 
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| Posted 7/25/07 9:38 AM |
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Elbee
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
Posted by babyhopeful
This kid is going to give you and "G" gray hair before he/she is even born
Glad it's not too regular
Seriously! 
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| Posted 7/25/07 9:44 AM |
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
I have been getting that since around week 26 but never in a pattern. I mentioned it to my dr and he wasnt concerned.
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| Posted 7/25/07 11:02 AM |
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nrthshgrl
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
Sounds like BH since they're happening when you do something. Contractions won't stop if you get up & walk around, lie down, etc.
I would keep yourself hydrated. Also BH can be very painful (you probably already know that already). Breathe out slowly when you get them.
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| Posted 7/25/07 11:04 AM |
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MST9106
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
Posted by MrsDiamondgrlie
I have been getting that since around week 26 but never in a pattern. I mentioned it to my dr and he wasnt concerned.
So have I...but I noticed that I get them more often in the evening when I am tired or when I am walking my dog...I have to stop and relax for a few seconds, then take off again.
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| Posted 7/25/07 11:33 AM |
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Selden78
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Re: Contractions? Braxton Hicks?
so that is BH "tightening in my belly. It feels lke the baby rolls into a ball, then releases. " I GET that 2
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| Posted 7/25/07 12:23 PM |
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