Pain - left side - cramping

[wpamelita]

I just found out I was pregnant maybe 4 weeks and have been having cramping on my left hand side all day.  I am 38 it's our first baby so needless to say I am a bit nervous.  I was planning on making my first Dr.s' appt. tomorrow.  Any one had similar symptoms? Thanks in advance.

[livefoxxx]

hi everyone I am 39 years old and 35wks pregnant. The pain on my lower left side is unbearable and when baby moves around it is worse. What is happening ? And what should I do?

[ROB39]

Hi Everyone - I'm 39 and around 6 weeks preggy -just had a m/c on Sept 21st and now Thank God pregnant (blood test HCG doubled) 1st ultrasound Friday but having on and off DULL cramping on left side only.  I try to sleep/lay on my left side at night and it feels better (maybe that would help you guys).  Very nervous about Friday u/s but glad to know cramping can be normal preganancy ache.  Blessings and Sticky Baby Dust to all o f us!

[wpamelita]

thanks for the advice and yes it's Pamela

[PamelaBee]

It could just be your left ovary is tender, or that is where your implantation occurred.  I would only be guessing...but I really wouldn't worry about it.  Wait for your Drs appt and let him/her know.  Keep me posted!  Pam  BTW, is your name Pam too, Pamelita? : )

[wpamelita]

okay so here is the thing.  if i push on the spot it's sensitive but not really crampy.  D do have an appt but not until the 2nd of December.  I did tell the Dr's office and they said if it continued or got worse to call.  It's my first so I'm not so sure what i should be concerned about and what is normal!! Any insight would be appreicated. ;o)

[PamelaBee]

Congratulations on your first pregnancy!  I see I'm replying a couple days past your posting.  Did you have your Drs appt?  Are you still experiencing left side cramping?  Hopefully, it passed.  I remember feeling lots of strange things the first couple weeks and months into my pregnancy.  I think your mind is so in tune with your body, that every twitch, ache or cramp seems to alert concern!  But try to relax and enjoy your pregnancy!  We are all here to support you along the way with all your concerns and questions.  Best wishes for a happy and healthy pregnancy!  Pam

[wpamelita]

I havent had any spotting at all and it is very mild, where I don't notice it unless i am paying attention to it.  Thank you so much for your posts. Its so nice to have a place to learn and share. :o)

[groovingizmo]

I have had two and possibly three miscarriages.  I would be concerned if you are having spotting with the cramping.  When I miscarried the cramping was also very severe to where I had to lay in bed all day.  Good luck with this and I prayed for you.

[adgal]

Cramping throughout pregnancy is pretty common.  As long as its not really strong, or accompanied by bleeding, its usually nothing to worry about.  You should mention it to your Dr. at your next appointment, but it is probably something you will have on and off throughout your pregnancy.  It should always be reported though.  Congrats on your pregnancy and welcome to our community!!!