Contraction Question

melaniedel

I have been getting BH on and off, mostly the past week and more the past two days. I went to doc yesterday and I am 1cm, 70% effaced (I know, means little). Well I have been having a little back pain on the sides sorta, and felt a little crampy all morning with BH (not together though). I went for a walk, and got the worst, longest cramp with tightening. I could hardley walk through. Then had another about 8 minutes later (but not as intense though still hurt). Now...I am home resting and nothing. UGHHH.

Are contractions similiar to this, and can they be inconsistent at first? I really thought this was the start of something, because that was not my typical BH.

Any thoughts?

TIA!

epopp85

Especially since walking made it worse, those sound like the real deal.  Doesn't necessarily mean that you're going to labor for good, but at least it gives you an idea of what to look for.  If they did not go away with rest or if they kept coming consistantly, then I would call/go to L&D.

melaniedel

Thanks ladies! Here's hoping!

ShawMich

With my second baby, my contractions started like that.  Over the next couple days, they were coming closer together and much stronger.

Good luck!  It sounds like your little one could be coming soon!