Why do Women get Braxton Hicks Contractions During Pregnancy?
Though it may not seem like it, there is actually a reason why women get Braxton Hicks contractions during pregnancy. Even though they are not real labor pains, Braxton Hicks contractions are actually helping you to prepare for labor. Often called “practice contractions,” Braxton Hicks contractions help your uterus practice for your upcoming labor. They help to soften your cervix and exercise all the muscles that you will need to push your baby out. Without the help of Braxton Hicks contractions, labor would actually be much more difficult and painful. When do Braxton Hicks Contractions Begin? Typically, you should start experiencing Braxton Hicks contractions around your 28th week. This being said, early Braxton Hicks contractions can start during the second month in some women. You may find that you don’t even feel these contractions the first few times that they happen. If you were pregnant before, you may find that this time around your Braxton Hicks contractions are actually much
