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What are Braxton Hicks contractions
What are Braxton Hicks Contractions? If you're pregnant or even if you're not, chances are you've at least heard the name Braxton Hicks. So who is--and what are Braxton Hicks? By medical definition, Braxton Hicks are sporadic uterine contractions that usually begin 6 weeks into pregnancy; although women do not feel Braxton Hicks contractions that early. Braxton Hicks contractions were named after John Braxton Hicks, an English doctor who first described this false labor in 1872.
As you continue down your pregnancy road, these false labor contractions will continue, somewhat more often, until you get to your last few weeks. Sometimes though, it's hard to tell the difference between Braxton Hicks and preterm labor. Therefore, make sure you take the safe road and see your doctor.
Braxton Hicks and Discomfort If your Braxton Hicks are causing you some discomfort, here's what babycenter.com recommends:
- Change your activity or position. Sometimes walking helps, and other times resting eases them. (Real labor contractions, on the other hand, will persist and progress regardless of what you do.)
- Take a warm bath.
- Drink a couple glasses of water, since these contractions can sometimes be brought on by dehydration.
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