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Is Squeezing Sensation From Belly Button To Lower Abdomen Indicate Real Contraction?
Braxton hicks vs real contractions. Most of my braxton hicks have felt like menstrual cramps in my lower abdominal so far. Tonight I am having more of a sqeezing sensation around my mid section from my belly button to lower abdomen. Could this be real contractions starting. I m 38 weeks
Mon, 28 Sep 2015
Hello,
Welcome to hcm,
If it's true contractions then it will be very painful and last for few seconds. The severity of contractions will go on increasing. Try to sleep in left lateral position. You are 38 weeks pregnant so there is a possibility of getting labour pains. If pains increases then consult your doctor immediately.
Thank you
Welcome to hcm,
If it's true contractions then it will be very painful and last for few seconds. The severity of contractions will go on increasing. Try to sleep in left lateral position. You are 38 weeks pregnant so there is a possibility of getting labour pains. If pains increases then consult your doctor immediately.
Thank you
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