Hi Doc, How are you? I Hope all is well for you. I
am writing to you because I have a patient that came in today with complaints
of Braxton Hicks Contractions, she has about 6 weeks to go. Were in your
book can I find information on how to help her with this situation.
Dr. Scott P. Marietta
Hi
Doc,
Thanks
for trusting me with your practice member. Here's the deal on braxton
hicks....they start almost from the very beginning of the pregnancy and
continue all the way up until labor starts. They are only noticeable when
mom gets "bigger".
There
is nothing to do except let them happen. They are nature's way of toning
and strengthening the uterus for real labor. Just like weight lifting,
with each muscle contraction strength is increased in that muscle. Even
thought they be be uncomfortable they are very necessary for an effective
labor. If they are causing her true menstrual type pain, they may not be
Braxton Hicks and could actually be early labor. So make sure she gets
that checked if it is concerning her. Staying hydrated (as you already
know) is vitally important as well.
Does this help? Let me know if I can
answer anything else or elaborate more on this topic.
Love & Gratitude
Dr. Karen Gardner
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