Really worried

Vickers224 · January 2017

I'm really worried everyone. I'm 7 weeks pregnant and I feel like I have little to no symptoms other than a positive pregnancy test and a missed period. I was really crampy and bloated weeks 4-5 and my breasts were sore. I also was peeing a lot. Had a 5 week scan to rule it ectopic because of all the cramping I was having ESP on the right side but it was confirmed a uterine pregnancy. Fast forward 2 weeks later and I feel not pregnant. My Breast tenderness has significantly decreased along with the fullness I was experiencing. I'm not tired. In fact I haven't slept soundly in weeks. I'm not peeing as much anymore. I've never had any nausea morning sickness aversions or cravings. I had some constipation and bloating but I've been attributing that to my prenatal vitamins and on and off like cramps. That's it. I'm terrified that I'm going to miscarry. My husband is so upset with me because I feel so down about my lack of symptoms and fears or loosing this baby. I just don't know what to do

knottiee689565f63838b35 · January 2017

If something feels off, definitely call your doctor. They are the best ones to ease your mind. Symptoms can come and go so try not to worry too much. Sorry it sounds like DH isn't as caring about your feelings right now. Having a previous mc, I know the fears going through your mind everyday.
Hopefully things turn out well for you, and if they do, enjoy the lack of symptoms.

tripledaggerWed95976 · January 2017

Lack of symptoms doesn't necessarily mean anything. My first pregnancy I really had no symptoms- not even morning sickness. Not all women experience it.
Also, you said you haven't slept soundly in weeks- insomnia IS a pregnancy symptom. Try not to compare your symptoms to others because everyone is different.
In terms of not "feeling pregnant"...don't read too much in to that. there's really no "feeling" associated with pregnancy. Most women don't wake up one morning and feel like a magical blossoming flower or anything haha. I know the first tri is very scary but try to relax as much as you can!

brookeelyse527 · January 2017

Symptoms come and go.
Once you're a bit further along maybe a fetal doppler would help ease your mind? I heard my baby's heart beat with one at 8w5d. But then I couldn't find it again until 9w5d. So it often causes more worry than not actually lol

MatteaGabrielle · January 2017

I wouldn't be scared although I understand that it's hard to say. Have you got any more Dr's appts coming up?
I have been feel great the past week too. Just tired. I keep wishing to hate a food or smell something bad or throw up even. With my daughter it was routine to throw up as soon as I woke up.
I had breast tenderness and awful gas when I first found out and then nothing. A couple days ago the headaches set in. All day headaches until 5pm. Woke up with them again and no relief. They are not the symptoms I want. Mt first appt is Monday.
Pee on a stick if it makes you feel better. My first pregnancy I peed in a few weeks after just to help it sink in.

babyoakes · January 2017

I was in the same boat when I found out that I'm pregnant! I even called and texted every woman who knows that I'm pregnant and cried to them about how I didn't feel pregnant. They assured it's still very early on and it's normal to not really feel any different this early. Some people don't get morning sickness or any of the other pregnancy symptoms that we think are normal and to be expected. All of our bodies are so different, our babies are different and every pregnancy is different. It's easier said than done, but try not to compare how you're feeling with others who are throwing up throughout the day and exhausted. It'll just make you worry even though both scenarios are completely normal. Try to take advantage of feeling well and eat healthy, go for a walk and keep taking vitamins

there's still plenty of time for us to feel pregnant!

flowerintherain · January 2017

When is your next appointment?
Try not to stress too much. The fact that you don't have bleeding or intense cramping is already a great sign. Symptoms hit everyone differently and and different times. I assure you, it's common to just have mild symptoms. Fingers crossed that everything goes well for you.

NYTino24 · January 2017

@Knottie80654994 Please try to stay calm. If you have cramping with no spotting or bleeding, there is a good chance it's gas or slow digestion. You just had a scan and you are pregnant. Keep eating right and drinking water and hang with us until your next scan. Check out the Bump app and learn all about how baby is growing right now and all the cool things your body is doing to prepare. We are all experiencing a wide range of symptoms and nonsymptoms. There is no "normal" when you are pregnant. Sending love.

SouthernMama15 · January 2017

I'm sorry you're feeling nervous. It's hard not to worry. I have days I don't feel pregnant and it freaks me out. My sister is on her 2nd pregnancy and other than sore boobs, she hasn't had symptoms with either. Praying you can find something to soothe your mind and that your husband is more understanding

dmbfan46835 · January 2017

I hate this feeling! So sorry you are worried. I agree with the other posters that a lack of symptoms doesn't mean it's not going well. Every pregnancy is different. My GF had no symptoms with her second. No sore boobs, sickness, anything. She was a wreck until she could finally feel the baby move at around 18 weeks. She was miserable. Please don't let your worries ruin your pregnancy journey. I would call the doctor and get confirmation that all is well so you can relax and try to enjoy this time.

Vickers224 · January 2017

Thanks ladies for all your kind words. My husband is trying to understand my nervousness but he just doesn't get why I can't focus more on the positive then the negative. And you are all right. Aside from some minor cramps here and there (kinda like a period) I'm not spotting or bleeding. So I guess everyday I wake up and no bleeding/heavy cramping is a good thing. My appointment isn't until jan 25th (I will be 9 weeks 4 days) I'm not even sure if they will do an ultrasound or attempt to use a Doppler yet to check the heartbeat. It's my first time pregnant and I'm going to be 32 next month. I just hope everything is ok

Vickers224 · January 2017

I also saw the doc wed morning. I was having an irritating slightly itchy discharge. So I wanted it checked out. I immediately broke down and cried because of all these feelings of not being pregnant and scared but she reassured me that everything was ok. She didn't feel the need to check my levels or anything else stating that "some people are just lucky" but I wish I could have more reassurance. Turns out that "discharge" was a yeast infection (yay me) but she can't treat it until I'm 12 weeks. So not only do I have to wait to find out everything is ok, I have to deal with being uncomfortable due to the yeast infection:/

a2003tiger · January 2017

@Knottie80654994, start taking probiotics everyday. That helped me get rid of my yeast infection.

MotherBunny · January 2017

I'm so sorry you're feeling this way. Just know that having little to no symptoms, especially at 7 weeks, can be totally normal. Think of all the people who don't even know they're pregnant that early! Also, it's normal for symptoms to come and go. The way the hormone levels rise, and the way our bodies adjust to them, isn't linear. Xo

caitlyn5454 · January 2017

With DS, I didn't know I was pregnant until I was 8 and a half weeks. I had no early symptoms. As long as you have no bleeding, you're okay. You're still pregnant.

knottie0d8cc4d43bacc09f · January 2017

I'm sorry you're having such a rough time. It doesn't help that DH isn't being entirely supportive. If it makes you feel any better, I have very little symptoms that seem to come and go, and everything is fine so far! Like PPs said, don't compare your symptoms to others it will drive you crazy. Fingers crossed for you! Come back and update us after your next appointment

babyoakes · January 2017

I'm sorry that you're having to deal with all of this! If you are open to taking supplements, a probiotic geared towards women might be helpful while you wait to hit that 12 week mark.

Is this your first baby? Your husband might not know how to help. As women, we have boards like this one and a lot of resources to find support. Men don't get that. They're just kind of left to figure out how to support and help us on their own. I think that's why it's so important to communicate with him and tell him what you need. It's a stressful time for both of you. Lean on each other

Thinking of you and praying!

JDBtwinmama · January 2017

I'm so sorry you're dealing with all of this. I'm glad you went to the doctor and felt comfortable enough to tell her how worried you are. Try to do something calming that you love, for me it's reading a book when I get worried. Wishing you the best!

Vickers224 · January 2017

Yes this is my first time ever being pregnant. My husband is 29 and I'm 31 almost 32. I never thought I would get pregnant! I just had this irrational fear that it just wasn't in the cards. So it was a complete shock that just shortly after we got married (oct 8th 2016) we got pregnant in December! I think both of us are just completely surprised this happened! And I'm a nurse so thad isn't helping me! I think I know too much on what can go wrong and that makes him upset that i say things like "I know how I should feel and I know the risks" and he responds with "well you don't know! You've never been pregnant!" It's definitely putting a strain on us. I just wish I felt more confident with what's going on within my body! I know this sounds silly but I would anything to be sick every day! At least I'll know the my hormones are flowing and the baby is growing! The wait is killing me!

jpearl2307 · January 2017

@Knottie80654994 I work in a hospital so I get where you are coming from in regards to seeing the worst situations. But remember, those people are in a hospital for a reason! There are so many people that are healthy that you don't get to see! I know I have to take a step back sometimes and think, these people are REALLY sick and this is not "normal". They need a little extra care when you see them! You're just around people that need more care at the moment.

Mango517 · January 2017

I find that my symptoms ramped up so strong early on and then markedly dropped down or have gone completely. When I have days with little or no symptoms it's a real mindeff, so you have my sympathies.

I have to agree that not sleeping soundly or well is one of my subtle symptoms. I go to bed tired but then stare at the ceiling wide awake for what feels like hours. I'm never really exuasted but I'm also never feeling especially well rested.

Everyone experiences pregnancy so differently, and as a FTM I feel like there is no roadmap for knowing what's normal or not with yourself yet.

liz4382 · January 2017

I also had a lot of breast tenderness early on but it only lasted about two weeks. Any symptoms I have other than that are very subtle. No real MS, a couple of days of very slight nausea and that's it. I think it is normal for symptoms to come and go, and I also think some people just don't have many symptoms. Many people don't even realize they are pregnant until week 8 or later, so I think it's more common than people think not to have many symptoms. So try not to worry about that! Call your doctor and let them know your concerns. They should walk you through what to expect at your first appointment (ultrasound or not) and help ease your mind.

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