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Pregnant mothers experience abdominal cramping as a normal sign during the first trimester of pregnancy but this can be otherwise a signal of an underlying problem. If cramps become intense and accompanied by severe bleeding and pain, or if one thinks she is not pregnant, consult a doctor immediately.
First Trimester. The first trimester consists of weeks 1-12 of pregnancy. The first trimester is a very important time during pregnancy, when all of the pieces are falling into place to grow a healthy baby. You may not look pregnant during your first trimester, but you can be sure that many changes are taking place.