BH - how often do you feel them

susieandmarty

I now realize that these moments of tightness are almost defintely Braxton Hicks contractions, but how often is too often.  I am not experiencing them several times an hour, but at least 1 time a day and at most 4 or so. 

I dont think that this is anywhere near too many but just wondering ladies - how often do you feel them.

egpitt22

I have them often, all throughout the day.  My dr's guideline was to call in if they become painful rather than just uncomfortable, or if I'm experiencing 5-6 in one hour. 

I hope that helps! 

LauraOTR

I have them anywhere between 2 and 10 times per day, usually somewhere in between. My OB said not to worry about it unless there are 5-6 in an hour (I told him I'd heard 4, and he said he usually goes by every 10 min or so). He said it has more to do with intensity and frequency. He said if they're every 10 min and lasting longer than 30 seconds, to call him.

SarahinRichmond

I'm getting them between 1 and 3 times a day. Usually in the afternoons after lunch and then again in the evening. I read that drinking lots of water and lying on your side can help relieve the pressure a little.

cvl105

Is it weird that I don't even know if I've been having them or not? I have no idea what I am feeling with my body...whether it's baby, growing pains, BH, etc.

susieandmarty

thanks ladies - my next appointment is not until Monday and i did not feel them before my last appointment and I wanted to just check in on this

kimbo1216

It took me a while to realize it also, but yes, I get them too!  I would say as much as a few times a day.  Some days more than others.  I don't worry though.  Everything I have read says it's perfectly normal and you should only worry if you get them consistently throughout the day every so often (can't remember the time frame--sorry.)

MommaA117

sometimes 3 a day. Sometimes 2 or so an hour. It's different every day.

lovejoyinme

cvl105:

Is it weird that I don't even know if I've been having them or not? I have no idea what I am feeling with my body...whether it's baby, growing pains, BH, etc.

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stinalee24

I'd say anywhere between 3-8 or so in a day, and it varies greatly. Sometimes I'll get a couple "close" together (maybe 2-3 in an hour) but they're not really painful, and it's sporadic so I might not get them again all day. I also still get non-BH cramps from time to time also.

DaisyJanie

lovejoyinme:

cvl105:

Is it weird that I don't even know if I've been having them or not? I have no idea what I am feeling with my body...whether it's baby, growing pains, BH, etc.

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Me too! I feel pressure, but I don't know if I'd describe it as a muscle tightening. I figure I just won't worry about it unless I'm feeling the pressure several times an hour.

Birdies08

I'm glad you asked, because it makes me feel better to see they are a daily thing for other women, too.

Ditto PP that if you're worried about them or they are uncomfortable, drink lots of water (or juice/milk) and lie on your left side. 

helenejr

i don't think i've experienced them yet............ is it normal not to have BH???

rattlecanqueen

cvl105:

Is it weird that I don't even know if I've been having them or not? I have no idea what I am feeling with my body...whether it's baby, growing pains, BH, etc.

I'm in your boat. 

rainstar752

rattlecanqueen:

cvl105:

Is it weird that I don't even know if I've been having them or not? I have no idea what I am feeling with my body...whether it's baby, growing pains, BH, etc.

I'm in your boat. 

Ditto- I have no idea if I'm having any or not!

sunshine336

rainstar752:

rattlecanqueen:

cvl105:

Is it weird that I don't even know if I've been having them or not? I have no idea what I am feeling with my body...whether it's baby, growing pains, BH, etc.

I'm in your boat. 

Ditto- I have no idea if I'm having any or not!

I'm not 100% sure they're BH but I have been getting very mild menstrual-like cramps that only last maybe 30 seconds at the most.  When I feel my belly during that time it does feel harder than normal.  I guess that's BH?

MrsEmilyS

cvl105:

Is it weird that I don't even know if I've been having them or not? I have no idea what I am feeling with my body...whether it's baby, growing pains, BH, etc.

I don't know if I have had them yet or not either......not sure if that is a good or bad thing!