Is this braxton hicks?

Question

I think I was having braxton hicks contractions yesterday. I will be 18 weeks on Sunday. It kinda felt like menstrual cramps and only last for maybe 30 seconds. I had these when I was pregnant with my daughter but they felt different, I was also farther along though. It was in my back at first at then as the day went on it was in my lower stomach. I have also felt this somewhat in the last few weeks, but yesterday it was all afternoon off and on.

Answer 1

Definitely sounds like B.H, they occur earlier on in subsequent pregnancies and can also be more painful. Try taking it easier, and drink more fluid.

Oh, and congratulations!