Braxton hicks running life!?

Question

I have been having braxton hicks off and on since 27 weeks ( I am 37 now) but since friday i've had them every night for a few hours. Saturday when I woke up to eat an apple during the night,I had 3 of them right together. Sometimes they are not bad and sometimes they are horrible. My last daughter was born 6 years ago so I dont remember quite what real contractions feel like. My dr said that i'll can have them until we deliver on the 10th via c-section. I'm afraid because I get scared they might be the real thing and i'll not know. HELP!!

Answer 1

I'm 32w and have been having early labor and BH contractions since about 28w too.  I'll tell you what my dr told me but if the contractions are bothering you that much call your dr.  

My dr said BH contractions can feel like the real thing with a few exceptions.  If you can move or talk during a BH then its not labor.  Try drinking more fluids to stay hydrated, take it easy (not easy when you have another kid, I know!) and lay down on your left side when they get bad.  If they come on fast and strong and are frequent (more than 3 in 30 minutes) and nothing you do eases them call your dr or go get checked out.

Hang in there, you are close!