Menstrual cramps during first trimester

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I am in my first trimester at 7w 1d and have been experiencing some side pain and stomach/abdominal cramping similar to menstrual cramps. This is my second pregnancy. I didnt have anything but a little nausea with my first so these symptoms are a bit new to me. Is this to be expected and for ahout how long?

I've heard that having menstrual like cramps during pregnancy is normal. Mine are not that painful, and are not constant. Is anyone else experiencing cramps or have had them in pregnancy? I seem to worry about every little thing or symptom.

I had small stomach cramps my entire first trimester but i had that with my first pregnancy as well so i knew it wasn't anything bad but if yours are really hurting you and your heart rate is up I'd call your birthing center if your Dr's office isn't open.

I am a first time mommy to ve but during my first trimester right now im just drained tired sick and cramps like crazy.dint feel like doing anything. Is this normal?

Is it normal to have cramps during your first trimester. This is my first pregnancy and really unsure?

Has anyone else had cramps, like menstrual cramps, throughtout the entire first trimester? I never had this when I was pregnant with my first 2 pregnancies, constant cramps, pains, and nausea 24/7. Does it ever stop?

I experienced menstrual like cramps daily in my first 12 weeks. I am now 22 weeks and we have a healthy baby!

s because the uterus is stretching and as long as its not bad cramping like menstrual Pain. Its quiet. Normal for the first trimester of pregnancy. just lay down and don't lift anything heavy if theres bleeding go to the ER.

Has anyone experienced menstrual like cramps early in pregnancy? I am almost 6 weeks and have off and on menstrual like cramps anywhere from my sides to my pelvic area. I had an ovarian cyst rupture recently so I was told the pain in my side came from the fluid left around my ovaries and that it would take care of itself. It has been 11 days since the cyst ruptured but I still occasionally have pain.

I am 9 weeks and still have menstrual cramps. Bodies have to change a lot during pregnancy!

I don't have any insurance and haven't got my letter for medicaid yet. The doctors here that I have called won't see you unless you are 8+ weeks. So I've just been taking it easy not doing much keeping my feet up and just hoping it all works out.

I had really bad cramps in the first trimester my midwife said that it was just my ligaments stretching as my uterus grows but talk to your midwife about it or doctor. Could also be constipation? ?

I had cramping and stretching feelings every day in my first trimester and off and on during the second. They never lasted too long, and were never strong cramps, but noticeable and did make me worry. But, I've heard it's perfectly normal! It's stopped in my second trimester. I feel little cramps now and then but def. not as much. Hope this helps to ease your mind. I wouldn't worry unless they are heavy, long-lasting cramps with spotting.

Did you have a doctor when you had a molar pregnancy? That would be a good person to call. I would wait to see what happens. I'm sorry you are experiencing this. If you start bleeding, then you can go to the ER. Women do have things that feel like menstrual cramps during the first trimester. And all can be just fine. So, don't assume. Try to rest a little.

Most of the time cramps are just your uterus expanding they feel like menstrual cramps. If they are worse than that though it can be a reaction to depression or medication.

Menstrual cramps are normal to have and I get severe menstrual cramps on the first day of my period as well. Typically it is just from hormones that causes the cramping, as the surge will cause contractions, making her period painful. Prevention is much better than management for pain. Exercise and eating healthy can help prevent menstrual cramps to a certain point, but won't always get rid of them.

( i usually get really bad cramps lime horrible ). They were usual during the first trimester . I was told its my uterus growing and if it wasnt bad and no spotting.

Are you suppose to have a lot of pain in your first trimester? And how many pounds are you not suppose to lift?

Its like menstrual cramps but much worse. You will know when you are in labor without a doubt. During contractions, the abdomen becomes hard. Between contractions, the uterus relaxes and the abdomen becomes soft. The way a contraction feels is different for each woman, and may feel different from one pregnancy to the next. But labor contractions usually cause discomfort or a dull ache in your back and lower abdomen, along with pressure in the pelvis.

Me too, I had cramps during my first trimester. It's totally normal. I'm now 19 weeks and experience less cramping. Doc says it's from your ligaments and muscles stretching to support your growing uterus. Not to worry unless your cramping is accompanied by bleeding or spotting.

how long is it normal to spot during the first trimester of pregnancy? im going on 2 days on and off?

I definitely had cramping during the first trimester but if it gets severe I would go to the doctor

I bled w a period like bleeding my firsr and second trimester. The first time i bled for 4 days and needed to wear a pad. I went like 3 times to the hospital and the baby was fine. They just said it was due to a sensitive cervix. If there is no pain or cramping then it should stop. Just try to lay doen and keep.hydrated.

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