"Practice" contractions, starting around the eighth month, which prepare the uterus for labour.

Intermittent painless contractions of the uterus that may occur every 10 to 20 minutes. They occur more frequently toward the end of pregnancy and are sometimes mistaken for true labor signs.

A tightening sensation often called “practise contractions”, named after the doctor who first referred to them.

irregular contractions which are generally painless; however, may become uncomfortable towards the end of pregnancy.

Painless contractions during pregnancy that help the uterus to grow and to help the blood circulate through the uterus.

Relatively brief, painless contractions of the uterus that may begin during the second half of pregnancy.

'Practice' contractions of the womb which begin from 16 weeks of pregnancy. Some of these may be completely painless and not noticed by the mother.

The irregular "practice" contractions of the uterus that occur throughout pregnancy, but can be felt especially towards the end of pregnancy. They can sometimes be uncomfortable and intense, but are not usually painful.

False labor, or practice contractions which may happen throughout the pregnancy. They do not dilate the cervix, therefore, they are safe and not dangerous.

Irregular contractions of the uterus that begins during the first trimester and increases in frequency and intensity throughout pregnancy in reheasal for labor. When the pregnancy is near term, Braxton Hicks contractions are hard to distinguish from true labor.

Irregular or "practice" contractions starting around the eighth month that prepare the uterus for labor. May be painless and intense.

Intermittent contractions that occur before the onset of labor. Also called false labor.

contraction of the uterus muscles. Feels like a menstrual cramp and is not painful. Your belly will feel hard, not soft and pliable