Braxton Hicks contractions are a normal part of pregnancy. Find out more about Braxton Hicks, which are short, irregular and usually painless.

Braxton Hicks contractions prepare your body for giving birth. Labour contractions are a sign you are in labour. Learn how to tell the difference.

By week 22, some parts of your baby’s body are fully formed, while some women experience Braxton Hicks contractions about now.

You'll probably be having lots of Braxton Hicks contractions by now. It's your body's way of preparing for the birth. They should stop if you move position.

Contractions are the tightening of the muscles in your uterus. They tend to become longer, stronger and more frequent as your labour progresses.

During childbirth, your body's hormones, ligaments and muscles, as well as the shape of your pelvis, all work together to bring your baby safely into the world.

Your uterus is your baby's home during pregnancy. Read how the uterus works and how it changes during pregnancy, labour and after you give birth.

Learning the signs of labor before your due date can help you feel ready for your baby's birth and help to know if something is wrong.

Your baby is continuing to grow rapidly and might respond to light and sound. You might also find their movements are getting stronger.

From conception to giving birth, your body goes through many physical changes. Learn what happens to your body during pregnancy and labour.