Hi Radha,
I am in my 5th week. My HCG today: 1126 and exactly a week ago it was 103, so I am very excited about it. but my progesterone level is at 11.3 at 5th week. doc said it is low and is starting me on Progesterone supository from tomorrow. I read over the net that it is very imp and low is not a good sign. I pray to God to take care of it now. Last time I had miscarried in week7. I have no spotting, no nausea, very sore breasts and frequent urination. If you happen to know any info on Progesterone, pls pls let me know? I haven't had any ultrasound scanning yet, it is exactly two weeks from now. I have been having cramping in my tummy and lower back, but I heard first trimester it is normal. I am so nervous.

Hi Radha,
thanks for replying. Yes, I will try to enjoy. 2 weeks from now, I would have my first u/s. I will let u know all. So far all the same.

Actually, if you don't mind asking me why it happened like that to Ishani? I think going for another baby, would provide you more satisfaction inside and again full of nice feelings. Whenever you and your hubby are ready-all the best. He is just caring for you a lot that is why he said that. That is so sweet, he likes to see you happy.

Rest later!

Hey Babyonmind,

I don't know much about the use of progesterone however I did look it up and I found a lot of comments from women saying that their experiences with using progesterone was positive. Do you know why you miscarried last time? That info might be helpful to you 'should' you ever need it. I'm glad to hear that your HCG levels are increasing! Congrats! Babyonmind these are harsh words but ultimately what will be will be... Worrying about the worst case senario is only going to take away from the enjoyment you should be feeling right now. I know that you want this baby desperately and that your concerns are warrented but please do try to just enjoy every moment.

I have been thinking a lot about the cramps you have been talking about and I experienced the same as I said in an earlier post. Anyway I spoke to several of my friends who have had children and quite a few say they have also felt a lot of cramping in their pregnancies so I am inclined to believe it is normal. Didi you talk with your doctor about this? What did they have to say? Thanks for asking how I am feeling. I feel much better these days but I realy would like to try for a baby again and the thought has become an obsession... I try not to keep thinking I WANT A BABY but it remains... You know? I spoke with my hubby this morning and we're going to have a 'discussion' tonight about it. He feels I am not ready yet and it is so frustrating to have him say that... He says because I still feel sad about loosing Ishani it shows I am not emotionally ready. I disagree and I hope to convince him that the sadness I have is normal.

This might seem foolish but I don't believe Ishani was ever meant to be a part of this world. Pregnancy for me is trouble free and I enjoy it immensely but my pregnancy with her was horrid. I had constant pelvic pain that kept me awake, I struggled to keep food down in the last trimester and on the whole it was a wretched 9 months. I believe that God knew how hard it would be for my to give up my child, God knew I would struggle to accept I wouldn't have many memories of my baby girl so I think God made my pregnancy so hard as a way of making it memorable. I hope that makes sense.

Oh and in andwer to your question about the ages of my children, my son turned 8 last november (incidently he shares a birthday with ishani) and my daughter is 4 1/2. Once more Babyonmind I can not urge you enough to just try to make the most of every moment through your pregnancy. Rest and keep safe.

Hi Radha,
Thanks for encouraging me. Cramps have subsided, now bearable. Fever is gone. I took two tylenols that day.

thanks for writing such big response. you are so caring and affectionate. I hope my HCG rises accordingly. I gave the blood test today exactly a week after. Fingers crossed.

How do you feel? How old are your kids? Lots of kids movie have come out lately.

Thanks for the prayers and I will do the same for you. I understand, how painful it can be. we can think a lot and get tired by thinking and very few to share what is going on in our mind everyday. However, I know God is there. Thanks!!!
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Hi,
I am in my 5th week. HCG level 103. will be going again exactly after one week. I am having terrible cramps in my lower abdomen and back, mild fever, very tired, but unable to sleep. Pls help. I also had one previous m/c. The pain is worse this time than the last time. I will be devastated, if this goes wrong way?

do any of you have painful periods. my cramps during pregnancy feel the same as period cramps. my cramps seems to be there for the half day for sure. no bleeding though.

Hey Babyonmind,

I know exactly the cramps you are speaking of. I also experienced them in the first trimester when I was pregnant with Ishani and I was terrified initially thinking they were indicating that I'd have a miscarriage. I spoke to my docor about them and she explained that it was due to the stretching of the womb. I had asked why I didn't notice the cramps with my other pregnancies but she had said that with each consecutive child your uterus works more effectively and that accounts for them being more noticable.

I dont know a whole lot about what your HCG levels should be during the 5th week but what I do know is that you should get too caught up in interpreting the numbers. To the best of my knowledge normal HCg levels differ from woman to woman and pregnancy to pregnancy. During the first 12 weeks it isnt the amount that needs to be considered it is the fact that it is increasing that matters. Any drop in the HCG level should be of concern.

I 'think' your doctor can give you an injection of HCG which can help to prevent miscarriage but keep in mind that some women have very low levels of HCG all the way through their pregnancies and go on to deliver healthy babies. Here is some info about what are acceptable HCG levels (they are based on the amount of weeks since your last period):

Week 3 0-5
Week 4 5-426
Week 5 18-7340

As you can see your levels fall into normal limits. I can't urge you enough to go and see your doctor about the fever you're having incase it is indicative of something more serious. The lack of sleep may very well be due to stress and having the doc put your mind at rest will most likely cure you of that.

I know you will be devastated should this pregnancy end unhappily but you can always try again. I have been pregnant 5 times and have only two of my babies with me. I miscarried in the first trimester with my first pregnancy, I had a second trimester abortion with my 4th pregnancy due to sever abnormalities in the baby and my 5th pregnancy I managed to deliver a beautiful baby girl who was stiiborn. It IS heartbreaking but it can also be strengthening. All I can suggest is that you enjoy the pregnancy itself and don't worry too much about the outcomes. I am more than ahppy to offer you my support and help you in any way I can but ultimately your happiness is up to you.

Babyonmind... I remember you in my prayers everyday and I hope that soon God will see fit to grant you with a baby you long for and deserve. Take special care of yourself and be strong. I'm sending hugs and kisses your way,