I've been having really strong braxton hicks for the last few weeks, I've been to the hospital a few times already to be monitored. It turns out I have an irratable uterus, this explains why I had these problems with Jonathan too.
Last night at about 4 I was getting really strong contractions and pressure so I phoned labour ward (again) they suggested I take some paracetamol and have a bath and rest if they are still as strong or stronger in an hour call back. I did what they suggested but they were getting worse so they said I should go in and get checked even though I was only there last week and had a negative foetal fibronectin test.
I got there and for once they didn't stop straight away they got stronger, I was hooked up to the monitor for a couple of hours which wa showing regular contractions. They did an internal examination and thankfully had another negative test and no signs I was in active labour which is always reassuring. After taking some more paracetamol and some codeine my contractions calmed down and stopped by 11pm. They had already decided by this point though to keep me in over night to keep an eye on me. Thankfully though I didn't have any more painful contractions just the odd normal tightenings so I was allowed home this morning but not before I got a few lectures from different midwives/doctors about the amount I drink (or not as the case is) apparently I was very dehydrated which probably made them a lot worse so now tony is trying to make sure I drink plenty
