Anna, I tend to agree with Flea.

I had regular braxton hicks throughout my pg from about 18 weeks, although they were not too strong. My Ob wasn't concerned about them, he said it was normal. However, I didn't have the problems you have encountered recently! (I read about it in PAML ).

I'm sure it's difficult, but try not to do too much, as I'm sure that makes them worse, and you don't want to go into labour early. It's no fun having a premmie, let me tell you!

I don't know what your Ob will be checking, but although you're not overly concerned, it might give you some peace of mind to know that everything's as it should be at this point.