If this mom had an IUI (intrauterine insemination) 1 week ago, the embryo would be implanting now, if she were to get pregnant.  The cramps could be from implantation, or they could be in response to changing progesterone levels or they could be in response to progesterone supplementation, if she is taking progesterone which is quite commonly prescribed with infertility treatments.  I expect that she would get similar cramping if she were to have intercourse.  My only suggestion is to be sure her bladder is empty when she has those early morning feeds as a full bladder will contribute to the problem.

Cordelia  RN BSN IBCLC who knows way too much about infertility


Date:    Wed, 18 Sep 2013 07:50:41 -0400
From:    Barbara Latterner <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: breastfeeding toddler and early pregnancy


PTP, mother of toddler who nurses during the night and daytime, when mom  
not working, has noticed mild cramps during morning nursing and is concerned  
about impact of this on very early pregnancy.  She had an IUI about a week  
ago.  She is concerned about potential pregnancy being at risk.  Have  
given her usual information about oxytocin's effect but wondering myself if this 
is of any concern or different with IUI (not sure why it would be).  And  
why would cramping occur so early in pregnancy when nursing?

Thank you for any insights.

Barbara Latterner, BSN, RN, IBCLC
On Sep 18, 2013, at 8:59 AM, LACTNET automatic digest system <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

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> Date:    Wed, 18 Sep 2013 07:30:22 -0500
> From:    Pat Young <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Re: breastfeeding toddler and early pregnancy
> 
> The IUI has probably affected the pregnancy and sadly it will probably end and of course nursing her toddler will be blamed :-( Pat in SNJ
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