36 weeks pregnant dilated1 cm (last week) and having menstrual like cramps?

Question

Anyone ever experience menstrual like cramps during late pregnancy? I am having this right now and it's very uncomfortable. the doctor checked me the beginning of this week and I was 1 cm dilated.

Should I be concerned or do you think this is normal?

Answer 1

ive been having them all this weeks.. they're brax hick contractions... if it get worse call your doctor

Answer 2

You can be dialated for quite some time before going into labor.  I wouldnt worry.

Answer 3

I started getting period like cramps around that time.  I was told that they are Braxton Hicks.  Now I am 39 weeks and I get them alot more and they are alot more uncomfortable.  

Answer 4

The difference between braxton hicks and true contractions is.... Contractions start out in your lower back and move to your abdomen.  Braxton Hicks are only in your abdomen.  I think I read that on Babycenter.com

Answer 5

36 weeks You probably at the beginning stage of labor and it could go quickly.I had a friend that did this, so stay close to home or a hospital

Answer 6

You might be having Braxton Hicks contractions.  They are similiar to real contractions only irregular, and not as intense.  If you start having them every 5 minutes then you should go get checked.  I am 37 weeks now and 1 cm dilated and I am experiencing alot of them also.  Good luck.