Are these BH? (TMI alert)

[tinky19]

hi all,
I'm 28 weeks today. Yesterday, whilst having a gentle walk round town with DS and DH I got quite strong period type pains and my stomach went hard. It was definately uncomfortable and I had to stop and lean against buildings . They weren't particularly regular but happened quite a few times.
The other thing which has altered, is that up until yesterday I have been constipated but yesterday I had the oposite problem ,
I also had sharp shooting pains up my fanjo and bum!! Ended up on all fours over birthing ball last night and had to get up a few times with period and shooting pains and sit on loo for a while.
Are these BH? I was never really sure with DS.
Any ideas greatfully recieved.
(sorry about tmi)

Sounds like BHs.

an upset bowel can cause them as the bowel irritates the uterus.

Nothing to worry about I don't think unless you have more than 4 in a 1hr period.

Yep sounds like BH.

If the pains continue thought and it's really uncomfortable contact you midwife. I do remember having the same though.

thanks, will see how things are today.

Could also be urine infection, this can cause irritation to the uterus too.

Another alternative is irritable uterus itself.

Rest, drink plenty and see how it goes, if it continues then it is wise to go get checked out.

I didn't think BH were meant to be painful... uncomfortable yes but painful no...