What are the signs of implantation?

Some women do notice signs and symptoms that implantation has occurred. Signs may include light bleeding, cramping, nausea, bloating, sore breasts, headaches, mood swings, and possibly a change in basal body temperature. But — and here's the frustrating part — many of these signs are very similar to PMS.


What does it feel like when implantation occurs?

Implantation Cramps

Hou says some people do experience minor cramps when the fertilized egg implants itself into the uterus. "We are not clear if that's related to implantation," she cautions. The cramps often happen around the same time as implantation bleeding and feel similar to menstrual cramps.

How do you know if implantation is successful?

The first sign of implantation is implantation bleeding which occurs 6-12 days post conception. If the implantation is successful, spotting or light cramping can be experienced. If unsuccessful, your period will start.


Where do you feel implantation at?

Usually, the sensations can be felt in the lower back, lower abdomen, or even the pelvic area. Although only one of your ovaries releases an egg, the cramping is caused by its implantation in the uterus—so you can expect to feel it more in the middle of your body than just on one side.

How long does implantation take to complete?

In all, the entire process usually takes 8 – 10 days, though, in some rare cases, implantation may occur as early as the sixth day, or as late as 12 days, after ovulation.


Symptoms of Implantation



What not to do during implantation?

It's recommended that you avoid strenuous physical activities like heavy weight-lifting or high-impact cardio during your two-week wait as it could lead to uterine contractions and affect the implantation process. After the first few days of our waiting period, you can do some light exercising like walking or swimming.

What happens immediately after implantation?

Once implantation happens, your body releases a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), which produces changes in the body to support your pregnancy. Interestingly, this is the hormone pregnancy tests detect to deliver a positive result.

What does implantation discharge look like?

Implantation bleeding is a much lighter hue, typically a very light pink or light rust color. Clotting: Some women experience passing small clots during a menstrual period; however, implantation bleeding should never be accompanied by clotting.


When do implantation cramps start?

It is unusual to have intense cramping pain during implantation, so anyone who experiences painful cramping between periods should be assessed by a doctor. Implantation tends to happen 6 to 12 days after ovulation when pregnancy occurs. This is about the same time that a person would usually expect a period to start.

What kind of cramps indicate pregnancy?

“Early on in your pregnancy, it's natural to feel some mild cramping in your lower abdomen at infrequent times as your body prepares for your growing baby,” Dr. Nalla said. As your belly grows, so does your uterus. This may cause you to feel some slight pulling, tugging or stretching similar to menstrual cramps.

What does discharge look like after successful implantation?

Cervical mucus after conception

After implantation (when a fertilized egg attaches to your uterus), mucus tends to be clear, thick, and gummy. Some people experience implantation bleeding, or spotting, which can occur 6 to 12 days after conception. This bleeding is typically lighter in color than menstrual blood.


Can you test positive during implantation?

Can you take a pregnancy test during implantation bleeding? Yes, but home pregnancy test results are usually more accurate when taken after the first day of your missed period.

What is the most common day for implantation?

In summary, implantation occurred 8 to 10 days after ovulation in most healthy pregnancies.

How do you know if implantation failed?

It's important to watch out for signs that implantation has failed such as heavy bleeding, stomach pain, and a failure to locate a heartbeat during an ultrasound. There are many reasons why a fertilized egg may fail to implant, most of which are beyond your control.


How do you know if you conceived after ovulation?

The earliest symptoms of pregnancy you may start to notice include:
  1. Cramps. The earlier days of pregnancy may include abdominal cramping. ...
  2. Spotting. This may be implantation bleeding and typically happens around 6 to 12 days after the egg gets fertilized. ...
  3. Nausea. ...
  4. Tender breasts.


How long do implantation cramps last?

The duration of implantation cramping varies from person to person but doesn't last longer than a few days. Some people experience a few minor twinges over a few hours or the course of a day. On the other end of the spectrum, some experience intermittent cramping that comes and goes over one to three days.

What discharge indicates pregnancy?

While many women experience vaginal discharge, it's not often associated with pregnancy. But most pregnant women will secrete sticky, white, or pale-yellow mucus early on in the first trimester and throughout their pregnancy. Increased hormones and vaginal blood flow cause the discharge.


Can you test positive during implantation bleeding?

You may not be far enough along in your pregnancy to get a positive result back on a home pregnancy test if you're experiencing implantation bleeding, since it occurs when the fertilized egg attaches to the uterine lining.

What triggers implantation?

To achieve successful implantation, the uterus should undergo structural and functional remodeling. Estrogen and progesterone are the master hormones mediating these changes. Estrogen and progesterone bind to their respective nuclear receptors.

What do implantation cramps feel like?

Women who experience implantation cramps have described them as a prickling, pulling or tingling feeling. You can also differentiate between the two based on timing. Typically, implantation (and any associated cramping), occurs: Six to 12 days after ovulation (the same time when you'd expect to get your period)


Can a woman feel the implantation process?

In the uterus, the morula becomes a blastocyst and eventually burrows into the uterine lining in a process called implantation. Although some women report feeling cramping or pain during the implantation process, not everyone will experience this symptom.

What foods can stop implantation?

Foods to Avoid for Implantation
  • Processed meats – The saturated fat, nitrate, and sodium content of processed meats spells out lower fertility. ...
  • High-glycemic foods – Sugars, white flours, and white grains—these low-fiber carbohydrates all contribute to blood sugar spikes, ranking high on the Glycemic Index.


What does implantation bleeding smell like?

Decidual blood and implantation blood are usually light in flow and therefore browner and more tart smelling by the time they make it out -- since they would happen in the second half of the cycle when the pH makes the mucus more acidic and tart rather than sweet. Hope this helps!


Are you dry or wet in early pregnancy?

Early on in a pregnancy, you may feel more wetness in your underwear than usual. You may also notice a larger amount of dry whitish-yellow discharge on your underwear at the end of the day or overnight.

How thick is implantation discharge?

How heavy can it be? Implantation bleeding is usually pretty light and only lasts for a day or two. It might be enough to warrant a wearing a pantyliner, but it's usually not enough to soak a tampon or bad. Still, implantation can be on the heavier side in rare cases.