Braxton Hicks contractions

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Braxton Hicks contractions
Other namesPractice contractions, false labor
SpecialtyObstetrics

Braxton Hicks contractions, also known as practice contractions or false labor, are sporadic uterine contractions that may start around six weeks into a pregnancy.[1] However, they are usually felt in the second or third trimester of pregnancy.[2]

  1. ^ Raines, Deborah A.; Cooper, Danielle B. (2020). "Braxton Hicks Contractions". StatPearls. Treasure Island, FL: StatPearls Publishing. PMID 29262073. Retrieved 2020-10-29.
  2. ^ Hennen, Leah; Linda Murray; Jim Scott (2005). The BabyCenter Essential Guide to Pregnancy and Birth: Expert Advice and Real-World Wisdom from THE tip Top Pregnancy and Parenting Resource. Emmaus, Penn.: Rodale Books. ISBN 1-59486-211-7.