Sentences with phrase «practice contractions»

I had been having practice contractions for about 3 weeks.

I hadn't really had many practice contractions throughout the entire pregnancy.

They are called false labor contractions or practice contractions sometimes.

Irregular practice contractions, called Braxton Hicks, can be first felt around mid-pregnancy and increase in frequency and strength as your pregnancy progresses.

If they don't increase in frequency or severity or if they subside when you walk around or change position, then they are probably just practice contractions.

Maybe then he'd be able to relate to the annoying practice contractions he lent his name to.

Braxton Hicks contractions can make any mom - to - be worry that she may be having real contractions and that the baby is coming, only to realize or find out that they are just what is known as practice contractions or false labor.

There are definite differences between real labor contractions and Braxton Hicks practice contractions during pregnancy.

That night Jennifer was having some pain in her lower abdomen and felt some contractions but just assumed they were Braxton - Hicks contractions (practice contractions for those unfamiliar).

If you feel your uterus bunching or hardening periodically, those are Braxton Hicks — irregular practice contractions that are first felt around mid-pregnancy and increase in frequency and strength as things progress.

Women generally describe these «practice contractions» as a tightening of their uterus.

I was out with my husband in the late morning and had some practice contractions that were gentle and relaxing.

A simple way to think of Braxton Hicks versus prodromal labor is this — Braxton Hicks contractions are like «practice contractions» while prodromal labor is like «practice labor» (we'll talk about why this is a plus later on).

You've probably had your fair share of «practice contractions» within the last couple of months.

I never had any practice contractions.

Braxton Hicks are also called «practice contractions» because they are a preparation for the real event and allow the opportunity to practice the breathing exercises taught in childbirth classes.

While some women have already experienced Braxton Hicks, others will only begin to feel these practice contractions now.

American Pregnancy explains that Braxton Hicks are practice contractions that last about 30 to 60 seconds.

These are «practice contractions» that may be concerning when you first feel them.

Braxton Hicks is also known as false contractions or practice contractions.

If you experience discomfort or pain with these practice contractions, try out techniques you've learned in class to deal with labor, such as breathing, relaxation, massage, movement and more.

They are commonly called «practice contractions» as they help your uterus prepare for the contractions it will experience during labor.

Towards the end of your pregnancy you may notice your Braxton Kicks contractions becoming painful, but if they are not regular they are still considered to be practice contractions.

Most women experience Braxton Hicks contractions, or «practice contractions» at some point during pregnancy.