I am expereincing "period like" cramps. I have already taken a test and it shows positive, but I still have the cramps just like I usually do right before my period. I am so worried because I had a miscarriage 10 months ago. I am only about 3 weeks pregnant ↓
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Name: Christine | Date: Dec 14th, 2004 4:24 PM
It is very common to have period like cramps throughout the first trimester and even futher during pregnancy...sorry to hear about your loss and glad to hear your good news..try not to worry..it only makes things worse..and be reassured cramping is one of the most common side effects of early pregnancy...good luck ↑
Name: layla | Date: Dec 17th, 2004 2:21 AM
i had exactly the same problem and i was reasurred that due to implantation and your uterus amd muscles stretching that pain is perfecty normal. if however you are bleedind or spotting you should go and see you doc. remember not to stress so much as that too can cause pain! ↑
Name: Kelly | Date: Jan 21st, 2005 11:05 AM
I am glad to hear form others that this is common. I too am having period like cramps on and off. Both a hom e and blood test comfirm that I am pregnant. I also had a miscarriage 6 months ago, it is also very scary to me. I feel more relived now. ↑
Name: Carly | Date: Jan 27th, 2005 10:36 AM
I thought there wassome thing wrong with me i also had a miscarrage 3 months ago that was one of 3. My mid wife told me that just because you have one miscarrage does not mean that you cant have babys. It simply means there was something wrong with that pregnancy. Im shure you will be ok. ↑
Name: michelle | Date: Jan 28th, 2005 11:48 PM
I am 10 weeks pregnant, this is my first and i have been having lots of cramping, after spending 9.5hrs in the ER, they said that the cramping was normal and that some woman are just more sensitive....so try not to stress that makes it worse...good luck ↑
Name: Karen | Date: Jan 31st, 2005 4:00 PM
I understand excatly how you feel. I too had a micarriage at 6 weeks three months ago. I am now 7 weeks pregnant and consumed with lots of fear. I am expereincing "period like" cramps also, they come and go. I will be praying for both of us. Take it easy and try to relax. Try your best not to overexcert yourself and get plenty of rest. You also start taking folic acid (doctor prescribed dosage.) ↑
Name: Mary | Date: Feb 3rd, 2005 7:37 PM
I appreciate everyone's answer. I'm 3 weeks pregnant ( my first) and was worried that something is wrong because I'm having cramps
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Name: Missy | Date: Feb 4th, 2005 1:57 PM
I am glad to see that I am not the only one out there. I am about 5.5 wks - I will know for sure on when I go to the Doctors in a few days. I took a test and it showed POS - I am now 11 days late for my period but I get cramps like I may start my period but no blood. I get scared that I may miscarry (this is my first pregnancy) and I just want this baby so badly and I am so scared I just want to be OK. I am so glad I found this forum - my boyfriend can't understand what goes through my mind RE miscariage - he doesn't have the baby inside of him. He just tells me that I will be fine, but I can't help but worry. Don't be worried about cramps - looks like it happens to alot of pregnant women. I will pray for the both of us - best of luck in life and your pregnancy!!!! ↑
Re: talking to husbands and boyfriends - Men often feel that if they are faced with a question that they cannot answer, that it is their job to tell you "don't worry, it's nothing." That response can actually add to a woman's stress if she has fears of miscarriage so remember when you discuss these things with your partner that he may be just as scared, but doesn't know how to express it without looking weak. Best wishes to all you future mommies out there! ↑
Name: Jennifer | Date: Mar 2nd, 2005 10:42 AM
I really appreciate all of these answers. I just tested positive on a home test last night. I have very regular periods and was 3 days late, but I kept thinking I was getting my period because I have period-like cramps. Then I was worried that I was going to miscarry -- or that I had en eptopic pregnancy! It makes me feel so much better to know that cramping is normal this early. THANK YOU!! ↑
Name: Brandy | Date: Mar 2nd, 2005 12:43 PM
I'm 8 weeks today and am having period-like cramping also. I went for my first prenatal visit yesterday and my doc said everything was beautiful. I heard the heartbeat already. Good luck to everyone! ↑
Name: Naomi | Date: Mar 17th, 2005 6:10 PM
It really is so reassuring to see that so many other people are experiencing cramps too! I am 5 weeks pregnant and have been getting cramps every morning and evening for two weeks now and was getting worried.
I hope you all have healthy pregnancies. Best Wishes. N x ↑
Name: RITA | Date: Mar 17th, 2005 8:26 PM
IF ANYONE ELSE READS THIS, I'M ALSO EXPERIENCING THE SAME THING. I AM 7 WEEKS PREGNANT, AND I ALSO FEEL CRAMPS AS IF MY PERIOD WANTS TO COME. I ALSO HAD A MISCARRIAGE 1 YEAR AGO. ↑
Name: Kate | Date: Mar 22nd, 2005 5:47 PM
I think it is very common to have the cramps. I have been throught 2 M/C. Unless you have bleeding and severe pain, I don't think there is anything to worry about. I'm 5 weeks 2 days and having on and off cramps. No spotting or bleeding so I am not going to worry!! Good luck to everyone!! ↑
Name: Lindsey | Date: Mar 22nd, 2005 5:50 PM
So glad everyone is experiencing similar things. It feels like my period is coming but when I check...NOTHING! I am only 5 weeks along and I feel so much better now!! Thanks everyone~ ↑
Name: Kris | Date: Mar 25th, 2005 5:50 PM
Reading all this is very comforting. I had a m/c a year ago. After having 2 wonderful pregnancies and deliveries, I was shocked and devastated. We've still been trying and now I've tested pos on a home test. I have an appt in 3 days to confirm, but I keep having mild cramping. I'm only a week late so I know I've very early in this pregnancy, but I'm so scared every time I feel a twing of discomfort- thinking it's another m/c! ↑
Name: Alma | Date: Mar 29th, 2005 6:47 PM
Im very grateful for everyones comments about cramps, i feel better knowing its all normal. Im 7 weeks today. My blessing to every single one of you. ↑
Name: stephanie | Date: Mar 29th, 2005 7:26 PM
We had three miscarriages before our four healthy children, and I totally understand what you are going through. Whenever I would feel anything that reminded me of one of our "miscarriage pregnancies" I was so scared it was all starting over again. But my mother, who has eight children, reassured me that with so much going on in the uterus it's really not surprising that a woman feels some cramping and small pains. It's just so hard to get through those first ten weeks when you can't feel your baby or even hear his heartbeat yet. Every day that goes by without any warning signs, your chances of a healthy newborn go up. I'll keep you and your little one in my prayers. ↑
Name: jen123 | Date: Mar 30th, 2005 3:29 PM
Thanks!! I have been testing early with positives results. However, I have been having cramps and thought maybe I was having a "chemical pregnancy' The reassurance is great ↑
Name: Berni | Date: Apr 2nd, 2005 4:50 PM
I am almost 6 weeks pregnant and started cramping today..They arent very strong but they arent that "mild" either!! They started this morning so i had a nap as directed by the doc, but they still havent subsided. Do you think all is ok? ↑
Name: aileen | Date: Apr 7th, 2005 1:20 PM
I also miscarried two summers ago. When I had menstrual like cramps and spotting with my second pregnancy (right through my first trimester), I freaked. My doctor checked my cervix and gave me a few extra ultrasounds. Everything turned out great. Now my son is 9 months old! So try to relax, and call your doctor is you need some extra reassurance! Good luck! ↑
Name: Emma | Date: Apr 7th, 2005 1:22 PM
I am 9 weeks pregnant and right from the start i've had period like pains and a burning sensation on my ovaries, but this is very normal so dont panic! just enjoy being pregnant. ↑
Name: charlotte | Date: Apr 9th, 2005 4:29 PM
iam 5 weeks pregnant and i have been having cramps in all the lower tummy part, iam really worried as they are not strong but they are not mild is everything ok? ↑
Name: Terry | Date: Apr 11th, 2005 6:23 PM
I am 6weeks pregnant and I lost a baby 5months ago. I am very worried as I had a empty sac..Please pray for my baby as I am scared something will go wrong. The cramps are normal unless you are spotting. (-: ↑
Name: Dee | Date: Apr 13th, 2005 1:59 PM
I know exactly how you feel. I'm having the same problem and I'm sacred that I might miss carry again. I'm only about 4 weeks. ↑
Name: Trisha | Date: Apr 15th, 2005 6:31 PM
I know how you are all feeling. I'm on my second pregnancy. I lost two pregnancies prior. I will be 6 weeks on April 19th. I'm having mild cramping off and on. For the first time, I'm not scared. Everything is going well and God is in control. Good luck to all of you and God bless. ↑
Name: Diana | Date: Apr 23rd, 2005 4:27 PM
I am 21 years old and pregnant with twins..(6 months)..and my cramps are really painful..I'M NOT EVEN ON MY PERIOD WHEN THESE CRAMPS COME!!!!! Yesterday I was at Wal-Mart with my boy friend, and I grabbed my side on screamed...it was very unexpected..my boyfriend ran over to me screaming..I didn't know what was wrong with me.. do any of you know? ↑
Name: tryingat40 | Date: Apr 23rd, 2005 6:57 PM
AF was due yesterday and I have a very regular cycle. I am experiencing period like cramps but no bleeding. I'm praying that
AF doesn't come! ↑
Name: zoe | Date: Apr 24th, 2005 9:48 AM
I am 8 weeks pregnant, and I also have been having bad cramps for like 15 days, i even went to the er. I also get scared but my mid wife says some people have cramps and some dont, also i have morning sickness but it seems to be bad some days and good others, does anyone else experience this???? ↑
