Since implantation bleeding only takes place in about a third of pregnancies, you are more likely to be among the majority who do not experience this.
Nevertheless, your watchfulness for signs and symptoms of successful pregnancy implantation is probably still high on the scale! So what are the other early indications that you may be pregnant? They can include:. This can start as early as 4 weeks after conception, although it is more common at about 6 weeks.
Happily, for those who go through it, morning sickness is normally temporary and usually eases off by week 16 to 20 of your pregnancy. Both these sensitivities and morning sickness are a result of the hormonal changes taking place in your body. It seems strange when your baby is still very tiny, but the need to urinate more frequently in very early pregnancy is one of the more commonly experienced symptoms.
It too results from hormonal changes which cause a faster blood flow through your liver and hence its more efficient waste elimination. The uterus also expands rapidly even at this early stage and so presses on the bladder more easily, especially in the night. The well-known symptom of breast tenderness is another of the signs of early pregnancy. It results from an increase in blood flow to the area as well as changes in the breast tissue.
Cramps can occur on their own or accompanying the slight bleed that may be a signal of implantation. You would think that all these possible early signs and symptoms of pregnancy would make it easy to be certain. But the fact is that some of the symptoms are also present for some people as a precursor to their normal monthly period. So, in spite of all the possible clues you may have, the only way to be really certain is to undertake a pregnancy test, and have this confirmed by your medical practitioner.
You can read more about the stages of your pregnancy, including the earliest symptoms and all the later developments, in our blog article Back to basics: the timeline of your pregnancy. Among the concerns of people undergoing IVF or any other assisted fertility treatment is the question of whether the symptoms of pregnancy will be the same in the event of successful embryo transfer and implantation.
In a word, yes. Although some of the stages of IVF are stimulated by the administration of medication, and in spite of the fact that the actual joining of egg and sperm takes place in the laboratory, the end result is identical. The first step is ovarian stimulation which causes the ovaries to produce a number of oocytes. Next, when the oocytes have reached a suitable stage of maturity, they are extracted so that they can be mixed in the laboratory with prepared sperm.
This is the point at which fertilisation takes place and embryos are formed. These are observed as they develop in the laboratory and undergo any tests which are necessary. That, in a nutshell, is the end of the process. This final stage is not guaranteed to take place as a result of IVF treatment, any more than unprotected sex at a fertile time is guaranteed to result in pregnancy.
Even if bleeding seems light, it should be reported to Dr. Dorsett if the patient is experiencing other concerning side effects, such as pain or severe cramps. If there is any doubt as to whether or not bleeding is unusual, it is best to err on the side of caution and seek medical attention. If you would like to learn more about IVF or the other fertility services available at Dr. Dorsett will be happy to discuss your fertility concerns and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.
Janelle Dorsett and our warm, highly trained team provide the tools you need to start or add to your family. Dorsett is a board-certified fertility specialist and is an associate clinical professor at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine. She is a member of the:. Schedule a consultation to learn more by sending us a message or calling our office at Some images are of models, not actual patients.
Sitemap Privacy Policy Login. More Contact Info. Menu Menu Location Contact. Generally speaking, the only bleeding that should be a cause of concern is heavy bleeding, comparable to your period or more. Should heavy bleeding occur, it could indicate that no implantation has occurred, and your period is beginning. In other cases, it could be an early miscarriage. If you notice anything that concerns you, particularly heavy bleeding, you should consult with your doctor to see what your next step should be.
Although the first early pregnancy ultrasound is not performed until about four or five weeks after your embryo transfer, your progesterone levels can still be tested.
If your levels are low, the dosage can be increased. If you are considering undergoing infertility treatment such as IVF, schedule a visit with Dr. Doody at The Center for Assisted Reproduction. If you have recently undergone IVF, and you have questions about your current cycle, reach out to a team member.
We are always here to address any concerns you may have throughout the duration of your treatment. You can contact us online anytime, or call our office at Spotting after IVF: Should you be concerned? Spotting after Egg Collection In order to retrieve the eggs, your doctor must use a needle, which is inserted through the vaginal wall.
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