back contractions ?

[gavinsmommy111015]

I'm 32 weeks and the past few days my back has been contracting and it really hurts. It'll stop shortly after drinking water and moving . But what could this be ? Braxton hicks ?

[gavinsmommy111015]

Thank you! And hope everything gets better for you also!

[cnicolelester]

That's what it sounds like.  I had them off and on randomly for a few days, then nothing.  After 2 days i had those terrible menstrual like cramps and heavy colored discharge; i called in to ask about them, the nurse told me i was in preterm labor.  Turns out it was round ligaments and a bruised appendix (he's a kicker), and the back pain from earlier was just Hicks contractions.  Use a pillow behind you when you sit, drink lots of water and warm tea, and use a heating pad when you need to.  I've started using an inflatable tube to lay on and have my man give me lower back massages with some tiger balm, and that always helps out.  Take it easy and call the hospital if you feel uneasy about the situation.  Good luck!