Menstrual type cramping in the 3rd tri

Keephope2012

Does anyone else have menstrual type low, mild cramping in the third trimester? Given I am on bed rest and they are worried about preterm labor I am over analyzing everything! I did have an internal exam at my appointment yesterday so I'm not sure if that's part of it. So what do you think, typical symptom maybe stretching, or do you thinking I should call and ask the nurse at my OBs office? Any input would be appreciated!

Keephope2012

Thanks! I find it really hard to tell what is concerning and what is typical sometimes!

golfrgal

I felt some mild menstrual-like cramps last night, but they went away.

amb2013

I may be late to post, but menstural like cramping could be contractions. I had preterm labor with my last pregnancy, very pre term and it did not end well. I ignored my cramps and assumed it was Braxton hicks and had an apt the next day. At my apt the next day I was 5 c, dilated. I don't think there is enough awareness of what contractions feel like, so I would call.