Tuesday, 22 June 2010

Cramps or contractions?

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Dear Teething Runny
You’re not alone if you’ve suddenly panicked about going into labour because you’ve experienced a series of tight cramping sensations. Many mums-to-be wonder whether their big day has come early when they first feel Braxton Hicks. But these cramps and your real contractions are different and believe me, when you do go into labour – you’ll know!
Suzanne, pregnancy advisor and mum
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What are Braxton Hicks?
Sometimes called false contractions, Braxton Hicks happen when your uterus tightens and then relaxes again in an irregular pattern. Towards the end of your pregnancy they might feel a bit more painful, especially if your baby is getting head-down into position.
 
Braxton Hicks contractions can feel like period cramps and make your stomach harden. This can feel quite uncomfortable but if the pain is in your lower abdomen rather than your lower back and the contractions are not regular and stop after a while, then it’s unlikely you’re going into labour. Braxton Hicks contractions also tend to get better if you walk around or shift position but if you’re in any doubt, call your midwife or hospital.
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Health and nutrition tip
How are you planning to feed your baby? For the first few months of life, your baby will get all their nutrition from milk, and breastfeeding will give them the best start. If you’re planning to breastfeed,  remember, your baby will be taking in the goodness from your food, so try to eat healthily so your milk is full of the best nutrients. If you’re planning to bottlefeed, Cow & Gate First Infant Milk from Newborn is a breastmilk substitute suitable from birth. It provides newborn babies with the complete nutrition they need, including special nutrients similar to those found in nature that help support their natural immune system1-3.
Marilyn, baby feeding advisor and mum
With only about six or so weeks left on the clock, your growing baby measures around 45cm and weighs about 4lb 6oz.
Read more about week 34 in our Pregnancy Calendar
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1Moro G et al. Arch Dis Child 2006; 91:814–819
2Arslanoglu S et al. J Nutr 2008; 138:1091–1095
3Bruzzese E et al. Clin Nutr 2009; 28(2):156–161

Important notice

Breastfeeding is best for babies and provides many benefits. It is important that, in preparation for and during breastfeeding, you eat a healthy, balanced diet. Combined breast and bottle feeding in the first weeks of life may reduce the supply of your own breastmilk, and reversing the decision not to breastfeed is difficult. The social and financial implications of using an infant milk should be considered. Improper use of an infant milk or inappropriate foods or feeding methods may present a health hazard. If you use an infant milk, you should follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use carefully – failure to follow the instructions may make your baby ill. Always consult your doctor, midwife or health visitor for advice about feeding your baby.
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