What does a contraction feel like? What are the differences between Braxton Hicks contractions and labor contractions? Am I in labor?

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Why do I feel Braxton Hicks all day? If you are lucky enough to get acquainted with good ‘ol Braxton Hicks nice and early in your pregnancy, you may notice that it feels like you get these pesky non-labor contractions all day. Braxton Hicks are a pretty normal part of pregnancy and some women just […]