Cramps ?!

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MrsCaliRN

I'm a first-timer, too, and I definitely have experienced cramping that has me freaking out! Yeah, implantation cramps are common around this time while baby is nestling in, however, other things can make your uterus tighten up, like

- sex (prostaglandins in semen raise holy hell in the smooth musculature of your uterus)

- over-exertion (walking up a lot of stairs, being on your feet all day, etc.)

- just because (your hormones are telling your body to make room for baby. Go go growing pains!)

What helps me is heat. I made a hot pad from rice and an old knee sock. It has been my best friend just about every other night for the last 10 days. Avoid hot baths though because raising your overall body temp isn't good for baby. 

By the way, congrats on making 5 weeks!

Calijpro

I had similar cramping, I am 8 weeks now, but it was scary! I asked and continually got the response that cramping is normal.