So I'm 32 weeks this Saturday (or Sunday.. can't remember lol). Yesterday I had some contractions. They came every 15 minutes and lasted around 3 minutes. This happened for 1 and a half hours. They were probably a 5/10 for pain and made walking pretty hard.
I've taken the day off today as I've been working 5 days a week 8.5 hours a day for the last 4 weeks as part of my uni placement. Thankfully this is the last week.
Anyhow my question is, should I be really concerned about it? I figure there is no point ringing the assessment unit cause its not happening now, but I'm still a bit worried about the fact that this happened.
Hopefully someone can let me know as I hate being a worry wart. Thanks in advance.
I wouldn't say you are being a worry wart, but at the same time I wouldn't be overly concerned. Your body will practice for labour with contractions that can often be painful at times. If it happens again try to lie down and rest and if the contractions continue when resting then let your midwife know.
Some time off work seems like a good idea too, Your body is growing a person, it's ok to slow down and concentrate on that.
Thanks for the replies girls. I guess what got me spooked was last time I rang the midwives at the assessment unit she said that braxton hicks will be painful but not regular. So when these were regular I thought uhoh! I'm really looking forward to Friday afternoon when this silly placement is finally over!
Contractions- should I be concerned?
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