I don't know if I'm having real contractions or Braxton Hicks contractions...I get this cramping feeling, like when I have my period. Sometimes they're stronger than other ones, and I'd say they last about a minute. These last 2 days, I've had even worse back pains than normal, and have been having "cramping" feelings in my hips... At my last OB appointment, I was dilated to 2, and my cervix was still thick. I don't think I'm having regular contractions, but they are relatively painful... I'm 39+3 right now, and I'll have another OB appointment this week. I'm just curious in others opinions if I'm having real contractions or not... Thanks in advance..