How should I feel at 5-6 weeks pregnant? (Miscarriage paranoia!)

SuperFreakedFirstTimer

I realize this has probably been address NUMEROUS times, but for my own peace of mind...I was wondering what advice other had to offer.

I am currently 5 1/2 weeks pregnant & I typically take anxiety medication and since I'm unable to take that now...and add in some freaky hormones...I'm a basketcase!!

For whatever reason, I'm absolutely paranoid that I'm going to have a miscarriage and I'm beginning to obsess over it

 

My current symptoms are:
Certain smells make my stomach TURN!

Feeling slightly nauseous in the morning (no vomiting)

Cramps (what are mainly in the lower abdomen but sometimes are right underneath my breasts or on either side of my mid abdomen) *Sometimes they are rather sharp and painful but only seem to last 20 seconds or less & they occur mostly when I lay down at night*

Sleepy (although I don't sleep all the time, it's more of  a craving for rest and relaxation)

Also, I've not had any bleeding with the exception of one tiny drop that was a little smaller than the size of a pea. It was bright red & I don't THINK I should be alarmed over it, but with my anxiety it sent me into a full on, sweaty, panic attack.

Are these symptoms normal and should I be worried about anything that is happening so far? It's my first...and I'm a hot mess!

 

Any advice and wisdom/comforting words would be appreciated. Thanks!

 

amandam1982

I know it's easier said than done, but you need to CALM DOWN. That spot of blood you had was more than likely implantation bleeding. As long as you are not filling a pad with blood every 1/2hour to hour and/or are not having cramps that you cannot stand, you are just fine.

Trust me, I had cramps (and still do) and that is normal. In fact my ultrasound tech immediately told me cramps were extremely typical, especially with twins.

Symptoms are not going to tell your whole story. Tomorrow you might not have any symptoms, you are still fine. It's normal to worry, but not normal to obsess about it. I worry sometimes that my little babies may be early, I may miscarry, etc. but at no point do I let these thoughts consume me. The main thing is that you are pregnant NOW and you need to do what you can to take care of yourself. Please try to relax.

mb314

Everything you're describing is normal.  Try to relax.  Maybe keep your mind off of things by watching a new show and marathon through it each night.  I watched the first two seasons of Downton Abbey during my 1st trimester with DS, and it helped keep my mind off of things to be getting into a new show. 

Also, considering exercising (light exercising like walking if you didn't exercise before pregnancy).  The endorphins I get from exercising go a long way to keeping me mentally stable. 

SuperFreakedFirstTimer

I definitely will try, and I realize it's not normal...but I do just that; let it consume me.

I'm glad you mentioned it because yesterday I had hardly any symptoms and, again, was super worried.

Anyway, thanks a lot

12bailey18

Everyone's pregnancy is different and what's normal for one isn't for the other. I never had any symptoms with any of my pregnancies at 5-6 weeks pregnancy except bloat. That means nothing except that's how my body handled pregnancy on that particular week. Next week may be different. It may not. It's all out of your hands.

zizzabell523

First off, congratulations!
After going through one miscarriage at just over 5 weeks and am pregnant again, I understand and empathize with your worry about a miscarriage. However, if you let the thought of a miscarriage consume you, you will completely lose any joy over the thought of being pregnant. I'm experiencing symptoms that I didn't experience last time and although it's scary at times, I just have to tell myself that it's all part of the process. If you're really that concerned about your symptoms, your OBGYN should be able to answer your questions over the phone. I've called mine several times and I'm just now 6 weeks!!

duckr

That all sounds normal IMO. Talk to your doc.

marajay6

Maybe get off the forums for a bit. Hanging around here and reading about women that are having issues isn't going to help you much. It's best to just distract yourself with non- pregnancy related activities.

MoniquesaMommy

Your not alone, I'm 5 wk and 3 days. And everyday except for today I've thought am I still pregnant? Well what if I'm not how will I know for sure? My biggest problem was once I found out I was pregnant I went straight to google. That was the worst idea by far. Some information was useful but a lot just made me worry way to much. I agree with a lot if the other moms. When I start to feel anxious I find things to do. I just started a little journal. And I literally document everything I'm feeling and what my day is like. I decided to date back to when I discovered I was pregnant and to my surprise I had a lot more to talk about. So, maybe if your not already doing that you could give that a try. But most importantly relax, breathe, get some rest, and continue being fabulous and pregnant. With those symptoms you definitely are. My only symptoms right now is the constant fatigue, hunger, and I'm always using the restroom.

GoodWitchBadWitch

Nicb13 said:

tl:dr

There is not a textbook answer for the title of your post. Everyone feels differently in pregnancy but one way is not "safer" to feel than another. Try to relax.

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KatieG25

Try to stop stressing so much. All of your symptoms indicate a normal pregnancy for how far along you are. Additionally, the stress isn't good for the baby either. Try and find ways to keep calm. I know the hormones definitely don't help, but just remind yourself that baby is okay, and you're doing fine. Best of luck.

VioletFlower

theresat858 said:

Symptoms come and go even in healthy pregnancies....try not to read too much into them.

I would find a psychiatrist who specializes in pregnancy.  There are many meds that are safe to take during pregnancy, and depending on the severity of your anxiety, it might be better for baby for it to be treated with medication rather than untreated.

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mg9112

Omg.. The journal idea is awesome. . I'm so going to do it. .

Yaz14

I understand your fears about miscarriage. My best friend had an ectopic pregnancy a few weeks before I found out I was pregnant so I've been a little paranoid myself but I don't let myself dwell on it. Anywho...

Every woman's symptoms are different but yours all sound completely normal, even the spotting. Don't freak out about the cramping. I'm 8 weeks and am still experiencing period-like cramps almost everyday that are actually pretty painful at times and worse than my normal period cramps. I've had them since I was 4 weeks. My doctor assured me that they're normal.

I know it's easier said than done but you need to calm down. Stress is not good for you or your baby. If it all gets too much there are anxiety meds that are safe to take during pregnancy. Perhaps it's worth talking to your doc about. Good luck!

KayCee85

My only symptoms at that time were cramping. I felt like I had my period.I found out at 4 weeks I was pregnant, and up until 8 weeks, I was all "hell yeah, being pregnant is awesome." At 8 weeks, I was hit with severe MS and vomiting that hung around until 14 weeks. Followed by severe migraines, multiple UTI's and terrible bladder pressure. I've had every weird and sometimes extremely painful symptoms you can imagine, and they've all been normal. Try to relax!!! I know, easier said then done.