Does cramping come and go during labor?

Question

I’m having some contractions but I have constant menstrual like cramping that hasn’t gone away...

Answer

No, actual labor has regular contractions. Irregular contractions are Braxton Hicks.

Answer

Not always!

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Time contractions and note whether or not they are getting more intense over time. Or call your doc. I’m not sure that cramps and contractions are necessarily distinguishable for everyone. For me they are distinctly different, so I know the difference because it’s my second pregnancy. But I’m not sure that is everyone’s experience.

Does cramping come and go during labor?

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