Period

Hi Mama’s! Since my period returned (a while ago now- 8 months since period has returned and I’m 18 months postpartum) my period pains honestly feel like early labour contractions. My pain starts about 5-7 days before period and lasts about the same after. Wondering if any other moms here have the same issue? I feel like my periods now have me wanting to be bed ridden but I have to chase around my feral toddler all day 😂😂❤️