Implantation Cramping

Implantation bleeding is a fairly common indicator that an fertilized egg has taken a hold on to the walls of the uterus and the woman is well and truly pregnant. However, implantation cramping is not a common symptom of pregnancy. Very few women actually feel the discomfort due to implantation of the fertilized egg into the uterus. Implantation cramping is sometimes accompanied with slight bleeding. Thus, often confused with menstrual cramping and bleeding. It is actually a good sign for wannabe mothers, for it signals a pregnancy. This article should clear all the doubts that women may have about implantation bleeding and the sad compatibility of implantation cramping symptoms with menstrual cramping.

Implantation Cramping and Bleeding
As mentioned earlier, some women, though not all, experience cramping when an implantation takes place in their womb. Since implantation occurs about 8 to 10 days after ovulation, implantation cramping should take place around the same time, when the newly formed fetus (technically it is called a zygote) gets attached to the uterus wall. Normally, dull implantation cramping takes place as the earliest possible pregnancy sign and is usually not noticed after a pregnancy confirmation. One can say that implantation cramping is nature's way of telling the mother of the life in her belly, much before pregnancy tests and other scientific instruments were invented for the same. Thus, one can conclude that contrary to the common reactions of disappointment, worry and stress, implantation cramps should be welcomed with happiness, anticipation and may be a little nervousness.

More on Implantation Cramps
Implantation cramps symptoms crop up as a dull ache in the lower abdominal region. This slight pain starts when the implantation of the fertilized embryo takes place on the uterus wall. The intensity of the cramp pain varies in different women and can be anything from mild to strong pangs of pain. Also, the body starts adjusting to levels of pregnancy hormone levels and this causes the mild discomfort and cramping. The problem with identification of implantation cramps for what they are, is that not everyone experiences them and even those who do, instinctively put it down as some routine menstrual cramp only to be surprised (or shocked, as the case may be) later.

Implantation cramping may or may not be experienced together with implantation bleeding and while, and either of the two, some even experience both or neither. Even when both or one of them do happen to a woman, there is also a possibility of the cramping and bleeding to be too slight to be noticeable. Yet, if any of the implantation cramping symptoms do become noticeable, there is no need to panic about them. The bleeding experienced is very light and is pinkish or light brown in color. If you experience heavy or bright red bleeding, it probably does not indicate pregnancy. In some cases, it may also indicate miscarriage, that needs prompt medical attention.

Can You have Implantation Cramping Around the Same Time your Period is Due?
Yes, it is quite possible to experience implantation cramping as well as implantation bleeding around the same time your period is due. This is one of the main reasons, women get confused between possible pregnancy and menstrual cycle. If the bleeding and cramping lasts just for a day or two and is not as heavy or painful like your menstrual cycle, it probably means you are pregnant. This is can be the case in sexually active women.

How Long does Implantation Cramping Last
Implantation cramping should ideally be slight and brief. In simple words, your implantation cramping should not last for more than a day, with a maximum of two. If your implantation cramping does not align itself with the things mentioned above, like it is kind of severe, or it has lasted for more than 2 days, you need to see a doctor for some tests to rule out a miscarriage. Other problem areas that need to be checked for, include the chances of ectopic pregnancy, pre-term labor, placental abruption, preeclampsia and urinary tract infections. If you have eliminated the possibility of all the above, you can rest assured that it is just gas and bloating that is causing the feeling of a growing uterus, along with the implantation cramping like symptoms.

This was all the information I had on implantation cramping. I hope I have sufficiently filled you in on the symptoms of implantation cramping, how long does it last and other such pertinent information. If you experience implantation bleeding or implantation cramping, you should speak to your doctor for confirmation of your doubts. Those hoping to get pregnant soon, implantation cramping may actually be a pain worth celebrating. Take care and good luck.