cramping at 4 weeks

[Christelle2207]

hi, first pregnancy only found out tuesday. been generally crampy (like light af cramps) for about a week but am getting some short and sharp (ish) pains now in different places. not that painful but bothering me. is this normal?

Sounds very similar to what I had at that point! It's normal to get cramping and pains - its usually the uterus stretching. Things to look out for are (obviously) bleeding, severe pain (e.g. That doesn't go away and/or isn't helped by paracetamol, shoulder pain. I know it seems weird but it's something you get used to (she says feeling baby kick away!).

I had this. The GP said it was the uterus and ligaments stretching.

I also had this, unfortunately mine is still ongoing with the niggly pains (I'm 7 weeks) so try to relax, I find a quick massage with some body lotion helps, or a warm hot water bottle x

thanks ladies for the reassurance, i really am quite nervous after ttc for over a year x

hello I'm nearly 5 weeks im gettig this, its your uterus preparing itself, is this your first? :-)

I had this from 4 weeks and am still getting them every so often now I'm 14 weeks. As long as there's no blood it's not anything to worry about, just stretching.

Good. Yes my first. Although they are all over, including my boobs, they are mostly very low down and last a couple of seconds. Quite a lot in exactly the same spot very low down on the right hand side. Bit like a bit of a pinch really, hurts but not enough to get out painkillers.

faith so pleased your pg is progressing nicely, it's been a bit of a long haul for many of us really hasn't it.

Thanks Christelle. Yes a long journey but suddenly it seems worth it! Just wait til you feel it moving - it's the most amazing feeling :)

Riley I've commented on previous threads - I'm delighted to hear you're pregnant again, praying for a healthy pregnancy/baby for you.

Thank you Faith. How many weeks are you?

19 now! Got my 20 week scan a week on Tuesday :)

Half way there! You finding out the gender? were having a suprise this time :-)

Well it's already been a rascal for scans (had two just to get dating right at 12 weeks!) then we'll find out - going to get them to write it down and open it Christmas Day! :)

Aw, that's such a good idea! Your going to have a special Christmas