Thanks so much for the replies. It really helps.

I rang hosp who suggested i have a bath and panadeine as see what happens. It helped with the pelvis pain but otherwise it just seems to be the same- fluctuating between constant period/back pain and then period/back pains with braxton hicks and rests in between. Thats what I find confusing. I feel a bit sore down below too and pressure like I need to go to loo.

They said if Im worried to go in for a checkup. So my plan is to wait and see a bit longer if it gets any worse. DH is home soon and can drive me the 30min drive in if need be.

Alan thanks so much for the support. I have not tried anything to bring on labour yet!