I've been having some really bad cramping every so often throughout my pregnancy. The pain is so bad I just lay in bed and cry. I just went to my first doctors appointment today, and he thinks it is just my uterus streching, gas, etc. I haven't spotted or bled at all. Usually once I have a bowel movement the pain starts to subside. It's just my 1st pregnancy so I'm scared.
Has anyone else experienced this during pregnancy?
Any suggestions on what to do for the pain? I've tried laying on my left side and drinking water, but it usually doesn't work. Any answers are appreciated! Thanks!
2006-12-28 15:43:24 · 4 answers · asked by Mrs.Gaddis 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Mostly likely (and this happened to me) you are having constipation. I would get severe pain and just want to cry, then go to the bathroom and everything was fine, this is a normal thing during pregnancy. Call your doctor and ask about taking a fiber supplement to help ease the pain during bowel movements. This is what I do and it has helped a lot.
2006-12-28 15:48:58 · answer #1 · answered by The Invisible Woman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it's normal. Of course it could be a number of things, but if your doctor isn't worried then just try to relax. If it was something 'not good' then you would have bleeding/spotting. But even in a healthy pregnancy you can have bleeding/spotting and all is ok. I'm sure it's just you needing to have a bm. If you're on prenatal vitamins, this could be doing it. Your doctor may put you on a vitamin that isn't so hard on you, but you could still have rock hard bm's.
As for laying on your left side, that isn't until your 6+ months. There are reasons for laying on the left because it's not so hard on your internal organs. The left side thing has everything to do with the weight of the baby- you'll find out :o)
Still drink your water! It's good for both of you! The first 3 months are 'fun'. Good luck and just remember all the pain is worth it when you're holding him/her in your arms!
2006-12-29 00:10:14 · answer #2 · answered by kellicam 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is totally normal. I had this with my first child and It sounds like your uterus stretching. Don't worry!! Just listen to your doctor and if you have any questions or concerns let him know. And don't feel embarrassed, or think any question is stupid. That's what they are there for.
Good luck and congratulations on your first pregnancy.
2006-12-28 23:57:55 · answer #3 · answered by Christy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when i was pregnant i did get severe cramping i thought i was goin to die! but its your uterus stretching
2006-12-29 01:58:37 · answer #4 · answered by $$$ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋