5 weeks pregnant AF type pains and really worried :(

[Emma241179]

Hi ladies,

After a chemical pregnancy last month I got a BFP last week and was delighted.. However, I am so paranoid about the possibility of it happening again- My BFP lines were pretty faint (I did a lot of tests but also one CB digital which spelt it out) and I've been experiencing AF type pains for the last few days (my AF pains are normally moderate-bad and I'd say these are the same). There are moments where I'm convinced I'm about to come on as this is exactly what happened last month. Are these pains/cramps normal?? Xxx

 

[Ellivort]

With my DD i thought my period was coming 100% because the cramping and feeling so the exact same, but I took a test just to be sure and was about 5 weeks at the time. With 2nd, it was so unexpected i didn't test right away but when looking back I remember feeling crampy and thinking AF was coming soon, then when it didn't, and before i started rigourous lifting program, I took a test and was about 4.5 wks.

Based on my experience it sounds normal, but I have never had a chemical pregnancy.


I'm hoping for a sticky bean for you!

 

[Emerson87]

I had a chemical last month too and just found out last week I am pregnant again. I completely understand your nervousness. When did you know you had a chemical last cycle? I knew before my 5th week that it was coming and then the day it hit 5 weeks, the bleeding started. I thought it was unlikely to have a chemical in the 5th week but I could be wrong!

I have been having cramping off and on too but no spotting yet so I am trying to remain optimistic. I bet you are fine!

 

[Emma241179]

Oh wow we're in exactly the same boat.. last cycle I got a positive FRER followed by a negative the next day, this was on CD 29 and 30 (my cycles are typically around 31-33 days) and the bleeding started on day 36. I'm so sorry (but also a little relieved) that you're in the same boat.. please let me know how you get on? I'm praying these cramps are all normal but they feel exactly like AF/last month.. keeping everything crossed for you too lovely! xxx

 

[Emerson87]

It sounds like we started bleeding around the same time then. Cramping is normal but I completely understand why it would make you nervous because I get that way too when it happens to me. I will definitely keep you updated and you as well!!

What CD are you on this time?

 

[jessmke]

You can expect AF type cramps throughout your first trimester, possibly throughout your entire pregnancy. It's just things stretching out down there. Try not to worry, it's totally normal.

 

[Emma241179]

Thank you, reading your replies is reassuring.. Emerson87- I think I'm about CD 36 again now, how about you? Still got pain on and off today but no bleeding.. early pregnancy is so worrying! Xxx

 

[arturia]

I had AF-like cramps for several weeks into my first tri. Eventually they faded and cramps got a lot more rare. I freaked out when I thought I smelled blood around 8-9 weeks. (when my second missed period was due, actually) But nothing, not even spotting.

I get cramps now occasionally but far less painful and definitely not af-like. More stretchy.

 

[Emma241179]

Thank you, reading your replies is reassuring.. Emerson87- I think I'm about CD 36 again now, how about you? Still got pain on and off today but no bleeding.. early pregnancy is so worrying! Xxx

 

[Zeri]

I had AF type pains from 10 dpo to about 5-6 weeks. It felt exactly like my period was coming! Really freaked me out. At about 14 dpo, I had cramps so bad I was sure I would go to the bathroom and see blood, but I didn't. Took a preg test and got a beautiful bfp! The pains continued after for another week or so.

 

[Emma241179]

Well, I have started bleeding and am awaiting blood results 😢 Please keep everything crossed for me ladies, I don't want to go through this again xxx

 

[Emma241179]

Blood results indicate early miscarriage. Thanks for all your support and wishing you all love and luck on your journeys xxx

 

[Emerson87]

So sorry, Emma

 

[Emma241179]

Thank you lovely wishing you lots of love and luck and a sticky bean xxxxx

 

[jessmke]

So sorry for your loss. Try not to get discouraged, I had two early miscarriages before having my daughter. It's likely just bad luck.

 

[Xpecta]

Oh hun I'm so sorry!! I know There are no words that can comfort you in this time.

 

[xxmyheartxx]

I'm so sorry

 

[Sambatiki]

I'm so sorry xx