Braxton or real deal?

Question

So yesterday I felt completely uncomfortable which I just chalked up to being in the last trimester but about 20-30 minutes ago I started getting an intense feeling in my back. It’s coming and going intensity wise but I feel a consistent ache there now. Water is really helping nor is walking around. Should I wait it out or call the doctor.

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Could be early labour. If it doesn’t go away or increases in intensity I’d say it probably is. Maybe call your midwife/doctor and see what they suggest.

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I had a bath before I knew I was 100% in labour. I tracked the pain and after the bath it went into a rhythm .

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I’d say definitely call or go in. You say it’s been consistent and your still early enough they would try to stop or delay labor.

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I also feel light headed but I’m not hungry at all.

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Braxton Hicks tend to fizzle out, they don’t get worse, also usually changing positions eases them. So if you’ve been sitting, go for a walk. Or if you’ve been active then lie down. Heat pack on your back might help too, or a hot shower.

Braxton or real deal?

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