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What do contractions feel like?

Medically reviewed by Andrea L. Braden, MD Key Takeaways Labor contractions can feel like intense cramps or pressure.Braxton-Hicks contractions do not follow a pattern and may stop with activity.Early ...
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When contractions go wrong

Labour contractions are your body’s way of guiding your baby into the world. But when they become too intense, too frequent, ...
There's a big learning curve when it comes to pregnancy. For many expecting parents, just thinking about contractions can be nerve-wracking because they are associated with pain and the start of labor ...