Braxton hicks?

im 27 weeks exactly and over the past few days ive been getting mega braxton hicks like ive never had before!

I have had tightenings after sex since about 18 weeks of not earlier and they are never uncomfortable but the ones ive been getting lately are at any time during the day and are really really strong. They cover my entire belly. Today ive had them becomming so uncomfortable that ive rubbed my bump in an attempt to ease them but it doenst work lol. Little one is still moving around and is as active as ever so im not overly worried, just more curious!

I get them when ive walked around the shops or walk up and down the stairs. Is it normal to get them like this at this stage? Could it be that my body is getting prepared for what is to come already?

When has everyone else started getting strong braxton hicks?

thanks,

kirst and boy bump x

20 weeks

i started to get them at 20 weeks and they never stopped, they are worse now but i think that it is because my skin is so tight over my huge bump!!!

wish they were real contractions now......

tina 38+2