Cramps but no tightening? 38 weeks

I am 38 weeks pregnant. 1.5cm dilated and 70% effaced. For the last hour I have noticed cramps in my lower stomach and pelvis. They started out as a dull ache but are now like a severe burning pain that I feel like I want to push on. I have switched positions and it feels worse. I've noticed some tightening but not every time the pain is there. Is this normal or could it be early labor?

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