Well, the problem is that Braxton Hicks
contractions and regular
contractions feel really similar. It sounds like you only had Braxton Hicks, especially if the ER staff did not admit you. I don't know if this is your first pregnancy or not, but they may not be contractions at all. Contractions are a WHOLE different ballpark than any other pain you've ever experienced. Not only because of the pain level, but because of the way your body reacts.