TWW - 13pdiui - tummy cramps - no AF yet

[Lorry1984]

So Im expecting AF today and Ive been awake since 4am with a headache and stomach cramps that were making me feel sick. I expected it to be my period but so far it's a no show. I only usually get cramps after my period has started so this is a bit unusual for me. Ive just called in sick to work and typically the cramps have stopped so now Im feeling guilty for taking time off when Ive already had lots of time off for appointments. The pains last night were similar to the pains I had during my early miscarriage in April (at 4 weeks) and so my mind was in overdrive. Thats when I decided I was having a day of rest today and now I feel really guilty.

Has anyone else experienced similar cramps when AF is due but hasn't actually arrived (yet)?

Im overanalyzing everything just now. Thank you for this forum and the support of you ladies to keep me sane. xx

[E_05]

I've had cramps on and off for the last 3 days and keep telling my hubby AF is going to arrive. I got a BFP yesterday so keep positive.

Don't feel guilty for taking the day off, sometimes we all need a day to ourselves to rest and give us some head space. That is an emotionally and physically demanding journey so don't be hard on yourself xx

[Lorry1984 in reply to E_05]

Congratulations. Thats amazing news!! Wishing you a very happy and healthy pregnancy.

You've given me a bit of hope, thanks. Im flitting between feeling positive and negative. Dreaming and being realistic! Every time I go to the loo Im filled with dread!! xx

[E_05 in reply to Lorry1984]

Thank you, I'm exactly the same when I go to the toilet. It's self protection not feel both negative and positive - we put ourselves through so much. Even now I'm so happy I got a BFP but I can't allow myself to get excited. Hopefully resting today helps xx

[mupcake in reply to E_05]

E_05 , are you still cramping? I am having backache not sure if it's normal. How about you? How are you feeling?

[E_05 in reply to mupcake]

Yeah I am on and off, hubby tells me I was exactly the same last year kept telling him AF was coming not sure whether to take that as a good or bad sign tbh. But I also feel quite sick and very tried which I don't remember feeling last time, how are you? X

[mupcake in reply to E_05]

TBH I too am feeling the same. Felt sick once or twice yesterday then blamed it on overthinking. I am also having lower backpain. And with each wave of pain I feel like AF is coming. It is hard time I know. I just wish that 12 weeks pass by without any issue. Keeping everything crossed for everyone who has got their BFP.

[E_05 in reply to mupcake]

Definitely, me to! It's such an emotional rollercoaster doesn't get easier after the 2ww! Have you got an early scan booked?

[mupcake in reply to E_05]

Yes, my 6 week scan is booked for 22 Sep? How about you?

[E_05 in reply to mupcake]

Oh good, hopefully the days go quick. Not yet this is what I find frustrating about my clinic, I have to retest in a week then if it's still positive they'll book me a scan. Becomes like a 3ww 😫

[mupcake in reply to E_05]

It's a shame on how each clinic behaves differently.

[robbie03]

Bless you, hope cramps calm down and you can have a relaxing day off - tv/duvet day!

Hope ur ok! Xxx

[mupcake]

I too was cramping before getting my BFP and I m still cramping on my 5th week. Keep up the hope. I know it's tough and scary.

[Lorry1984 in reply to mupcake]

Thank you. Hope your cramping calms down soon and congrats on your BFP xx