first time pregnancy cramping at 13+6

[Ninix]

Hi

Its my first baby and I am super excited to be pregnant after a hard journey of TTC for over 3 years . This journey though has also made me super anxious.

I have had two scans (one at 10w3d and the other 12w4d) both of which I am pleased to say were ok, and a fetal heartbeat was heard on both. However, yesterday and today I have been experiencing a mild crampy feeling in my lower stomach. I spoke to MW who said if there is no bleeding to have a warm bath and try not to worry.... anyone had this before??? is it normal, or do I need to prepare myself for the worst?

xxx

 

[Genevevex]

I have had mild cramping throughout both of my pregnancies (and this third one so far, too). It is totally normal. I usually take a warm bath and if I'm at liberty, curl up in bed around a pillow and relax. Best thing to do is take it easy a bit and drink PLENTY of fluids. Being dehydrated can make you go into preterm labor, especially when you get into the second and third trimesters.

 

[lakotachris]

Cramping in pregnancy is very very normal. I had it with all five of mine. As your uterus grows, many women experience cramping pains.

 

[Ninix]

Thank you so much xxx

 

[Lucasmum]

Plenty of it, its perfectly normal but is a worry

 

[Ninix]

Thank you feel better now xx