Period pains at 31 weeks

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Maternelle · 19/04/2011 21:06

It's my 3rd pregnancy so I should know better. But is this normal? Are they contractions?
I had elective c-s for both previous DCs so I don't know what a contraction feels like...

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K999 · 19/04/2011 21:09

I would say it's just a normal part of pregnancy. I had these kind of pains with both DDs and the midwife just said my cervix etc was softening/body getting ready type of thing. If youre worried though call your midwife in the morning.

whomovedmychocolate · 19/04/2011 21:10

Sounds like braxton hicks. Mine were really painful. As long as they are not regular or getting stronger you don't need to worry. Take paracetamol. :)

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Maternelle · 19/04/2011 21:18

Can't believe I can't remember I had these before. DD is 4 and DS is 2.5! I'll try paracetamol...

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whomovedmychocolate · 20/04/2011 21:54

They really hurt - I complained and the midwife told me off for being a wuss but I was doubled over in pain.

AnnieOnAMapleLeaf · 20/04/2011 21:57

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