Braxton Hicks - How early can you feel them?

[*LittleMissSummer*]

What do they feel like?

[BrightSparkles]

Hmm.... for me they are tightenings that go all across my tummy like a really bad period cramp/tightening thing - I can't even explain it properly. It hurts like hell .

[NaeNae]

I never had any braxton hicks contractions that I felt though I was aware my body was doing them from 14 weeks (thanks so 11 ultrasounds I got to see them).

If it were me I would be going into the hospital to get them checked out especially if they are regular in length and time but I like to err on the side of caution If you are not worried by them then not to worry but if there is a slight niggle in the back of your mind somewhere then go into the hospital and get checked out.... there is no harm in being cautious.

Nae x

[Olive]

with DD1 i first felt them at 20 weeks
DD2 felt them at 12 weeks

[*LittleMissSummer*]

I don't know if i have experienced them but sometimes my belly is really hard, feels like i have a stitch and i rub my belly then it stops.

[~Kim~]

that's them I'd say

[UntoldAngel]

I don't know if i have experienced them but sometimes my belly is really hard, feels like i have a stitch and i rub my belly then it stops.

I get that sensation, sometimes high, sometimes low, I just thought it was bub pushing right out against me...
Oh the wonders of pregnancy

[twinklestars]

im 28 weeks on tuesday & for last 3 days ive been having dull all day cramps dont come&go just there for hours im guessing braxton hicks,i never had it with last 2 but after reading of of your posts im guessing its normal

[AliBaby]

I think because its your 2nd child you feel them earlier. I never had them with DD but everyone who has had them have said they are very ouchie!

maybe they are also more intense because you have had a hectic weekend and been very busy lately. I know its hard but try and take it easy. Big