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Having cramps once you're past 37 weeks may mean you're in the early stages of labour. At this stage your pregnancy has reached term, so the cramps are a normal part of your body gearing up to give birth.
Mild cramping during pregnancy is normal; however, severe cramping is not a good sign, according to March of Dimes Health website. Severe cramping during pregnancy may be a sign of a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy and preterm labor. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop severe cramps during your pregnancy.