https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:23:40 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856945 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 14:22:02 +0000 KT326 2856945@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@JessieKoger: my OB told me some cramping in the first trimester is totally normal. Your uterus is expanding. But it's always a good idea to get checked out. </p> <p>Also, my RE had be on pelvic rest whenever I was doing progesterone suppositories because there is an increased chance of bleeding. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856932 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:51:23 +0000 JessieKoger 2856932@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@foodiebee: Yes! I had no idea what the hook effect was, so I googled it. I diluted my urine and the line was back to being super dark. Weird how that happens! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856931 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:50:22 +0000 JessieKoger 2856931@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@psw27: I called this morning! I was told to start Colace (sp?), so hopefully the cramping won't be so persistent. The nurse wasn't worried about the spotting since it was brownish color. Monday appt can't come soon enough! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856890 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 10:53:32 +0000 foodiebee 2856890@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I can't speak to the bleeding/cramping, but I think your lighter test line could be because of the hook effect. So, possibly nothing to worry about! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856857 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 09:26:51 +0000 psw27 2856857@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I hope everything is ok! Some cramping, pinching, etc. is normal because the uterus does something crazy like double in size during the first trimester alone. But I would always, always encourage you to call. Advocate for yourself and remember it is their job to help you! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856809 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 22:56:28 +0000 JessieKoger 2856809@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@pinkb: yes, it is extremely difficult! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856808 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 22:56:03 +0000 JessieKoger 2856808@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@pachamama: haha I agree! I am calling first thing in the morning! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856806 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 22:44:35 +0000 JessieKoger 2856806@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@meadow: thanks for the advice. I will definitely try that! I had a cramp on the left side that stayed for 10 minutes + on and off. Wasn’t awful, but was uncomfortable. Now I’m having brown blood. I hope the first trimester isn’t all like this! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856777 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 19:58:28 +0000 pachamama 2856777@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@JessieKoger: you're bleeding and cramping, I think you are justified to call the OB and get some beta hcg run. (It will have to be 48 hours apart so that'd be Thurs and Sat if they're open)<br /> This is coming from someone who had a terrible first trimester and "felt annoying" calling the OB when you know what, fuck it, you are a paying customer :-) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856776 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 19:55:54 +0000 pinkb 2856776@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have had bleeding in my first 2 pregnancies, both resulted in healthy babies. And I have had the pinching sensation as well which I believe it totally normal. Good luck, try to take it easy. I know it's really hard to wait in between dr visits. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856768 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 19:22:59 +0000 meadow 2856768@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@JessieKoger: I used suppositories after my IVF &amp; also had some bleeding.....even some super scary bleeding and all turned out fine. I will say that I had cramping at about the point you were &amp; realized I need to kick my water intake up a notch to keep the cramping at bay. See if drinking more helps.... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856755 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 18:10:18 +0000 JessieKoger 2856755@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Calibee: but thank you for sharing your experience! So far I do not care for my first trimester either :silly: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856753 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 18:08:43 +0000 JessieKoger 2856753@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Calibee: no I have hestitated on calling because I call so much, but if it gets worse I will call tomorrow. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856751 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 18:06:37 +0000 Calibee 2856751@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I didn’t do IUI, but I did have to use progesterone suppositories for both pregnancies due to low progesterone. </p> <p>Both times I had spotting even after starting the progesterone. And at least once each pregnancy I called into the office in a panic because the spotting seemed heavier than “normal.” (It once happened in the middle of a super important work meeting: I had a quick cry in the bathroom, finished my meeting, and called the after hours call line.) It awful and stressful and I’m so sorry you’re dealing with this. I have two happy, healthy kids now, but my first trimester was pretty miserable both times. </p> <p>Have you called your doctor to tell her about the cramping? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/progesterone-suppository#post-2856734 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 16:17:23 +0000 JessieKoger 2856734@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've become quite a frequent poster on here, but this is my first pregnancy that's lasted this long, so every little thing worries me... I had an IUI on 10/10 and started progesterone suppositories 2 days after. My pregnancy was confirmed on 10-26 and I am currently 7 weeks pregnant. Last Thursday 11-8, I noticed spots of blood on my underwear, and also when I wiped. I immediately called the on call nurse and she recommended for me to make an appt the next day. Long story short, ultrasound was great and we saw a little heartbeat. I bled for about 3 days after that and during that time I didn't really have any cramping. However, yesterday I started to cramp more and my right hip started to hurt. The cramps felt like a pulling/ pinching and on occasion would feel like a stab, but would go away within seconds. I decided to take a pregnancy test (probably a dumb idea) and the control line was darker than the test line, which was unsettling because the test line has been darker.. I'm not sure if it's something to worry about, but of course I am anyway. I have an appt next Monday with my dr, but that feels like forever away. Can anyone else relate with any of my situation?? </p>