Braxton-Hicks?

Question

Hey mamas! I’m almost 27 weeks and a FTM and I can’t figure out if I’m experiencing Braxton-Hicks contractions or if it’s just movement that feels different. 
Every once in a while I feel this tightening on my belly. It reminds me of a muscle spasm. It doesn’t last long and it doesn’t hurt at all, I was just curious if it’s BH or baby kicking or something different. 
Any ideas?

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Def sounds like BH.

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I get exactly the same thing. I wasn’t sure if it came under the category of Braxton hicks if it didn’t hurt.

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I would consider that to be BH, from memory of mine during my first pregnancy.

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I've been getting Braxton Hicks since 16 weeks (confirmed by doctors) and for me it kind of feels like cramps with a spasm halfway through, I wouldn't say there was any real pain, just a bit uncomfortable

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I mentioned them to my midwife and she said Braxton Hicks aren't meant to be painful, just uncomfortable bid you have a few in a row. They're different to contractions as it's the uterus contracting in a different way

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Braxton Hicks contractions feel more like mild to moderate period cramps, your baby could’ve moved into an uncomfortable position but since you said you’re not experiencing any pain then I don’t think it’s Braxton Hicks.

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How many weeks are you?

Braxton-Hicks?

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