AF like pains in early pregnancy

[sarahrach]

Hey Babyluv - yep, I'm feeling them now too. Little niggles and twinges around my lower belly and sometimes my lower sides.

[Manhattan]

Hi Babyluv. Before i got my BFP, I was sure AF was on her way. Was cramping and spotting. I did cave though and test cos my temp rose, and I did get a BFP. Over the next week or so, the cramps got worse, so much so that they were waking me in the middle of the night! But as you can see by my ticker, I now have a happy and healthy bub in my arms. And like Dr. Tal said, its just your muscles and ligaments stretching to make room for bubs. So yes, it is normal, and as hard as it is, try not to stress too much. Good luck hun, sending you lots and lots of

[Ms Bump]

Hi
I'm currently 5 weeks and 2 days. I've been experiencing AF type pains (although less intense) since the day AF was due at 4 weeks. From what I've read and forums I'm in this is a pretty common occurance. I was a bit concerned at first too, but its apprently your uterus growing, etc.
Best of luck
Ms Bump