Period like pain

I had them for the past couple of days with lower belly pain and they told me that they are actual contractions and I’m close to going into labour. I’m 37 weeks so is fine. Go and check it out just for reassurance

Yes, I’m 35+3 and have had this on and off the past week. I haven’t been to get checked as it keeps coming and going and not progressing to anything more, but seeing the midwife on Thursday so thought I’d mention it then.

@Cristina ah ok! I called the midwife today and she said unless there’s pain in belly and they’re more frequent, it’s fine. But I’ll check again. Thank you

@Hannah same!they keep coming and going, not increasing in intensity.

I'm the same (35w) I mentioned it last week when I had a growth scan and the midwife said it was probably braxton hicks and not to worry unless they increase in intensity/a pattern. Last night I honestly thought I had started labour but then it totally stopped after a couple of hours!! Better pack my hospital bag just in case haha

I’ve had the same and have literally just come back from a midwife appointment where she said it’s usually a sign of early labour so if they carry on contact triage to get checked if my cervix is open. I don’t feel overly concerned though - I’m 36 weeks x