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contractions?

Im 36 weeks and 2 days. I have a scheduled c section for November 17th. But today throughout the day i feel a tightening in the lower part of my stomach its uncomfortable but its not real strong and dosent last for more then about 6 seconds.
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Braxton hicks will open your cervix if you are ready.  I had tons of contraction months before labor and was working yet, dilated to 5 cm.
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Ok thanks ladys!!
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8489354 tn?1405627762
No, not generally. Some people feel them as early as 20 weeks and they're often a side effect of not drinking enough water. It's just your body's way of practicing for the real thing.
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Do braxton hicks contractions open your cervix?
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12584065 tn?1436320514
Its just braxton hicks contractions. Totally normal and they will increase as you get closer to your due date.
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