Pre-labor contractions?

Becca
So last night I had this super uncomfortable cramping pain In my lower abdomin/upper pelvic area. Last night it lasted for about 30 seconds and I couldn't move. Well, this morning I had the same feeling, but a little more intense, and it lasted for about a minute. I wasn't able to get rid of the pain while standing or sitting. Could this be practice/pre-labor contractions? This is my first baby and I'm such an amateur to all of this!