No stomach or uterus tightening...well alil tight but more pain than the tights And yes they feel just like period cramps only cranked up to an noticeable 8 .. Not running to an er unless my water breaks or she feels really low BC last checked 3-4cm keep having false real labor and if my water doesn't break I will do a self exam BC I have gloves and tired of er visits so can someone explain extreme PAIN With almost little tightening about an average of few mins apart now again soon many false calls I just need to know please