Braxton Hicks?

Cassie • Mama of 3 👧🏻🧒🏼👶🏻
Are they supposed to be painful? I've had 4 so far in the last 10 minutes, and I'm hoping they'll stop. They only last a few seconds each time, but I know if you have 8 or more in an hour you need to go in. They're painful, like a period cramp, my abdomen hardens, and they last for about 6-7 seconds. Any insight, mommas? I'm 27w4d.