FET Positive result but bad cramping

[Smiler1001]

Hi, I don’t know what I’m asking but hoping someone can give me some guidance / reassurance. We had our FET on 20 May and tested positive on 1st June. To say we are delighted is an understatement..... words cannot describe how I felt when we seen that positive result .....like most on here.... we have had our share of fertility problems.

I’m obviously very excited but very scared too..... I have really bad cramping in my tummy and lower back.... is this normal? It’s really sore and I just feel so tired / drained. I’m just scared that I’ll lose this little one as well.

[UnicornKisses]

Hi there,

Congratulations!! I had pretty strong period-like cramps throughout most of my first trimester and everything was consistently fine. I think a lot of the cramping was from my uterus expanding. Drinking more water did help some. I hope this provides you some relief, I know how hard it is to not worry after all of the infertility troubles. ❤️

[Smiler1001 in reply to UnicornKisses]

Thank you!!! I appreciate that.... just so scary!

[cmbxm]

I had intense cramping during my first trimester but I was told this is because in 12 weeks your uterus goes from the size of a Dorito to a grapefruit, it’s a rapid expansion in very little time, stay positive x

[Smiler1001 in reply to cmbxm]

Thank you. Again I appreciate this. It was really painful during night but trying to remain positive. Thanks again.

[Bexarama83]

Hey. Congratulations! I also had a BFP on 31/5 from 2nd fresh cycle 5d transfer. I’ve had cramping too and have been paranoid that it’s all going to end. Every time I go to the loo, I’m convinced there’ll be blood! But apparently cramping is really common in first few weeks and it’s just our bodies adjusting. Best of luck for your pregnancy xx

[Smiler1001 in reply to Bexarama83]

Thank you and congratulations!!! Xx

[kiwibaby]

Congratulations! Yes it’s totally normal to have cramping in early pregnancy. I know how disturbing it is though. I’m now 8 weeks tomorrow and yesterday had a lot of pain. Lots of hormones going on in your body right now x

[Smiler1001 in reply to kiwibaby]

Thank you!!! Congratulations on your pregnancy too! It’s so scary isn’t it! Just trying to take each minute as it comes!

[Marcy13]

I had pretty bad cramps all the way to second trimester. I was so worried all the time. I know it's scary but be assured that cramping is normal in first trimester. Drinking a lot of water when cramping helps a lot so stay hydrated. Best of luck, don't be scared. 🥰

[Smiler1001 in reply to Marcy13]

Thank you so much! I’ve been drinking a lot more today and it seems to help so thank you all for this advice!

[bbti]

I had mild period like pains up until about 16 weeks. Im now 20 weeks and all well so far. I was really worried as I'd had a miscarriage last year. Everyone kept telling me it was probably stretching but I wasn't convinced. Now my uterus has moved properly up I can feel the difference and it all makes sense. Wishing you the best for your scan 🤞 stay positive! xx

[Smiler1001 in reply to bbti]

Thank you! This is reassuring! All the best with the remainder of your pregnancy - 1/2 way there! Xx