Braxton Hicks

I don't know why I have neglected to write about this before, but I have been getting braxton hicks contractions for the past two or three weeks. They are such a strange sensation. Derek feels like he is rolling up into a tight ball and trying to push his way out of my stomach. Only the lower part, not on the top right under my chest.

Knowing what REAL contractions feel like, I know there is no need to worry. There is a CLEAR difference between the two. Just to make sure I was ok, I did mention it to the doctor the last time I went. Honestly that was the only thing I had to report since my pregnancy has been uneventful, thank God!! He said no problem, unless they come four times in an hour and I can't stop them by laying down or drinking water.

I take notice, but I don't freak out. Just nature's way of preparing a body to give birth. It's funny, sometimes I feel like my body won't prepare for vaginal birth, like I won't get contractions or dilate early because I am having a scheduled c-section. Mother nature doesn't know that...she's just doing her job!