Feeling crampy in lower abdomen, is this normal?

LizzaBuffy · November 2015

Hey guys, I tend to be a hypochondriac...big time. But I just wanted to see if this was something I should worry about/ask my doctor about before my appointment in a few weeks. Every now and then i'll feel like I have some lower abdomen pain very light and it almost feels like cramps. It's nothing extreme or long lasting but every now and then I get it. I am 6 weeks today with my first. Am I just being weird and noticing everything too much? Just curious what you gals have to say.

Thanks!

BioTeach84 · November 2015

I've had that for the past few weeks (along with some bleeding)...apparently the cramping is from your uterus expanding to fit the growing baby. I just went to the OB today and she told me there was nothing to worry about.

Taymiller · November 2015

If you search you will see this topic has come up a lot! And yes it is normal

trucksntutus · November 2015

@LizzaBuffy , I'm with ya on the freaking out for no reason - esp when I get cramps or twinges since I'm not used to them coming so frequently! Usually I only cramp around ovulation or my period, but I must say they do feel different than menstrual cramps, to me anyway.

Don't worry girl, we'll get through it! Just have to remain as calm as possible and trust our bodies know what they're doing.

k8simms · November 2015

I felt worried too but when I asked my doctor he said that every pregnant woman who comes into his office raises concerns over cramping. Guess its normal!

SMLEU · November 2015

Yep, talked to doctor. Uterus is just growing

As long as there is no bleeding, it's fine. I started cramping around week 5 and am still cramping on and off at 6w3d. Walking and drinking lots of water helps! Also try adding lemon to your water. It works magic on my cramps!

LizzaBuffy · November 2015

Thank you, ladies! That makes me feel more at peace.

Like I said, I often freak out when it's not necessary.

MRSCORKER · November 2015

I'm with you too! I just got my BFP on Wednesday (14 DPO) and the next day had cramps and lower back/hip pain. It's been a bit better today but still there. I'm a huge ball of anxiety and worry. I almost wish I hadn't gotten my BFP so early.

crdo · November 2015

Taymiller said:
If you search you will see this topic has come up a lot! And yes it is normal

This!

comealongponds · November 2015

MRSCORKER said:

I'm with you too! I just got my BFP on Wednesday (14 DPO) and the next day had cramps and lower back/hip pain. It's been a bit better today but still there. I'm a huge ball of anxiety and worry. I almost wish I hadn't gotten my BFP so early.

I'm with you! I found out at 10DPO and, while I'm ecstatic, I also feel like I have that much longer to worry about things! I'm 4w1d and I've been intermittently cramping since about 3w6d.