Pregnant belly feels tight and heavy
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32 weeks pregnant stomach hard all the time
Why is my stomach hard on one side pregnant.
Causes of stomach tightening during each trimester of pregnancy
Many women have called their doctor or gone to the hospital if they experience Braxton-Hicks contractions, especially near the end of their pregnancy.
As Braxton-Hicks contractions get stronger and more frequent, it often feels as if labor is beginning for real.
There are a couple of differences, however:
| Braxton-Hicks contractions | True labor |
| Irregular in intensity and frequency | Get closer together and progressively stronger |
| Uncomfortable | Painful |
| May be relieved with home measures, including drinking water or lying down | Home measures do not relieve them |
| No other signs of labor | May have other signs of labor |
Other signs of labor can include:
- back pain or cramping
- leaking of fluid from the vagina
- bloody vaginal discharge
As always, it is essential to contact the doctor or make a trip to the hospital with any questions or concerns.
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