Braxton hick

Danielle • Proud Mummy to Zachary 2 years old. Married. Baby 2 due Aug 18

Hey Ladies!! This is baby no 2 due Aug 20th.. 37+1 today.. last night had contractions from about 9pm-3am.. they were very painful with back pain and frequent but then stopped.. has anyone else experienced this? I thought Braxton hicks were not suppose to be painful?