I have been experiencing Braxton Hicks contractions recently. I don't remember feeling BH contractions for #1 Now I strongly feel the contractions. Faster get my night gowns washed. Need to pack my bag le~ Some info on Braxton Hicks contractions What are Braxton Hicks contractions? Some time towards the middle of your pregnancy, or maybe even earlier, you may notice the muscles of your uterus (womb) tightening. If you place your hands on your bare bump when this is happening, you can feel how hard your uterus becomes. The bigger your uterus gets, the more you notice the tightening sensations when they happen. What do Braxton Hicks contractions do? Braxton Hicks contractions may just be a sign that your uterus is keeping its muscle fibres toned. It could be that these contractions keep your uterus in good condition and ready for the rigours of labour. What's the difference between Braxton Hicks and labour contractions? Braxton Hicks contractions: • are infrequent, usually happen...