Braxton Hicks contractions are uterine contractions that start in early pregnancy. Most don't notice them until sometime in the second or third trimester – and some women never notice them at all.

A woman who is 30 weeks pregnant has just finished her morning ... Should she grab her hospital go bag? Probably not. Braxton Hicks contractions — which typically become noticeable in the ...

Not sure if you’re in labor? It’s always OK to check with your doctor — especially before 38 weeks. Braxton Hicks contractions, also known as false labor, are mild contractions you might ...

Braxton-Hicks don’t get closer together. They come and go, whether weaker or stronger, without any sort of pattern. These contractions may begin as early as 6 weeks into your pregnancy.

Braxton-Hicks are real contractions, but they're not labor contractions. You'll most likely feel them in the third trimester, but they can start well before that. Rest assured, they're a normal ...