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how do u stop Braxton hicks contractions? I'm 22 weeks..have a severe cold going on 2 weeks and having this minor contractions on top of these body aches what do I do?
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Yea I was told lots of water and to lay on left side
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Drink lots of water it helps to take a hot warm bath to relax your muscles and body
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Idk why but the contractions actually stop when I sit down :/
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Thank u ladies!
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Lay on your left side and drink water
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Braxton Hicks are not bad, it's actually good that your uterus is practicing. Try changing positions, get up and walk around for a few minutes if you're laying down (or lay down if you're up and moving), eat something, etc and they may stop. If they're very frequent and strong, you may want to call your doctor.
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