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OK IM 37 WEEKS AND 4 DAYS AND I HAVE BEEN TIMING FOR THE PAST HOUR AND I HAVENT BEEN HAVING ANY CRAMPING BUT LIKE EVERY 3 TO 4 MINTUES I FEEL SOME PRESSURE AND MY STOMACH GETS REALLY HARD IS THIS NORMAL OR COULD IT BE CONTRACTIONS? WHAT SHOULD I LOOK OUT FOR? THANKS

 
Anonymous

Asked by Anonymous at 3:40 PM on Dec. 26, 2009 in Pregnancy

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Answers (8)
  • It could be contractions. With my first son, I went to L&D because of my swelling/blood pressure (I had preeclampsia) .... and I found out that I was 4 cm dilated and I never had a single pain. I had no idea but I was in labor.
    JenMarie2007

    Answer by JenMarie2007 at 10:55 PM on Dec. 26, 2009

  • Your doctor should have told you what to watch for and when to call. If not you can call the OB floor of the hospital where you are going to have the baby and they will tell you.
    Gailll

    Answer by Gailll at 3:46 PM on Dec. 26, 2009

  • is this your first baby?
    MamaSusieQ045

    Answer by MamaSusieQ045 at 3:52 PM on Dec. 26, 2009

  • Sounds like braxton hicks. I'd call your doc/ob-gyn or l&d and ask them about it - it's what they're there for and what you're paying for!
    Anonymous

    Answer by Anonymous at 3:56 PM on Dec. 26, 2009

  • How long does the tightening last?
    Are you able to make it go away with hydration, food, rest, a walk, or a shower, etc?
    doulala

    Answer by doulala at 4:20 PM on Dec. 26, 2009

  • I ate something and drunk some water and still hasnt went away
    Anonymous

    Answer by Anonymous at 4:23 PM on Dec. 26, 2009

  • Are you healthy/have complications?
    It is probably normal braxton hicks (practice) contractions.
    But if you feel better, you can always call your doctor/midwife.
    doulala

    Answer by doulala at 4:57 PM on Dec. 26, 2009

  • It is contractions of some kind, if they are real contractions and aren't bothering you just relax, eat something and wait and see what happens. Don't worry about it.
    truealaskanmom

    Answer by truealaskanmom at 6:32 PM on Dec. 26, 2009

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