Cramps at 14 weeks - when to get checked out?

[London_Lady1]

14 weeks pregnant and had a positive dating scan last week, but I've had period like cramps since yesterday. Like sit down cramps.

I don't want to be one of those people that gets everything checked out, so wanted to get advice on here first. I know pains are normal as everything is growing, but when is it not normal? It doesn't feel like stretching it feels like my period. I do have some stretching feeling really down below (sorry TMI) and thankfully haven't had any bleeding. But the stomach cramps are quite strong.

Do I try to ignore it for a few more days or should I get checked out?

Thank you xx

[lizzybee81]

I would at the very least call your GP surgery or your midwife, will hopefully give you peace of mind

[London_Lady1 in reply to lizzybee81]

Thank you. I actually was with a nurse today for my flu jab and she was pretty vague. Think I'll call the midwife tomorrow.

[bobbles1]

Would recommend calling your local EPU if there is one. I did have cramps for the first 16 weeks with my IVF pregnancy (which were due to my severe endometriosis and adenomyosis) but mine were fairly constant throughout. It may be that the uterus is moving forward in the pelvis so I expect all will be fine but rest up as much as you can and make the call if you are a bit worried. Let us know how you get on and wishing you well xx

[London_Lady1 in reply to bobbles1]

Thank you. Hope your pregnancy had a lovely happy ending? X

[bobbles1 in reply to London_Lady1]

It did, thankfully. Had awful cramping for 4 months. xx

[London_Lady1 in reply to bobbles1]

So comforting to know its normal for other people too. I called the midwife. They are so good. Talked me through everything and said not to worry about it. It sounds totally normal to her. So keeping calm and carrying on.

We've booked a private gender scan in 2 weeks so will get to check up on the little one then. So much waiting!!!