I’m 10 weeks pregnant and getting cramping pains. Do I need to rest to avoid a miscarriage
Cramping pains on their own without vaginal bleeding or spotting can occur at this stage of pregnancy. Sometimes pain can be felt as the ligaments stretch when the baby and your uterus grows. There are also other possible causes for the pain aside from miscarriage, such as constipation or a urinary tract infection. Many doctors advise rest to avoid a “threatened” miscarriage, but there is no strong evidence that
this will make any difference to the outcome of a pregnancy. If you feel like resting because you are in discomfort from the cramping pains then do rest, but if you feel happy to continue as you normally would then that may be the best option for you. Soaking in a warm bath and practicing relaxation techniques may ease the intensity of the pain. If the pain increases or you get any bleeding or spotting,
contact your doctor