BH at 16w5d?

Question

This morning while in the shower I felt my lower tummy tighten up like almost a Charlie horse feeling for about 15-30 seconds and then let up. 
It freaked me out and when I googled it seemed like maybe Braxton Hicks?
I’m a FTM so not sure what to think. Is this normal or should I message my OB?

Answer

Your uterus actually starts contracting around week 12 of pregnancy (at the latest), and it’s right around now that you’re finally able to feel it. BH are totally normal & unless they start to regulate, nothing to worry about.

Answer

No need to worry as long as ots not painful or regular. My first pregnancy they started around 24w and my second around 20w and I had them throughout. Try drinking more water and resting a bit.

Answer

That early it's more likely that it was round ligament pain

BH at 16w5d?

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