What are the Signs of False Labor? Understanding Braxton Hicks and More
Learn to distinguish between false labor signs and real labor, including Braxton Hicks contractions and abdominal cramps.
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Two false labor signs are: Braxton Hicks contractions and lower abdominal cramps. Braxton Hicks contractions are irregular and usually painless, often described as practice contractions. Lower abdominal cramps can mimic labor pains but are typically less intense and don’t follow a regular pattern. Understanding these signs can help you differentiate between false labor and the real thing, helping to avoid unnecessary trips to the hospital.
FAQs & Answers
- What do Braxton Hicks contractions feel like? Braxton Hicks contractions are typically irregular, painless, and can be described as practice contractions that do not indicate labor.
- How can I tell the difference between false labor and real labor? False labor pains do not follow a regular pattern and are less intense, while real labor pains are consistent and gradually increase in intensity.
- What are common signs of real labor? Common signs of real labor include regular contractions, lower back pain, and the breaking of waters.