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Leg cramps â painful involuntary muscle contractions that typically affect the calf, foot or both â are common during pregnancy, often striking at night during the second and third trimesters. While the exact cause of leg cramps during pregnancy isn't clear, you can take steps to prevent them. Stretch your calf muscles. Although evidence is lacking, stretching before bed might help prevent leg cramps during pregnancy.
Mom Answers. I have had continual but mild cramping for several weeks now and I am five weeks pregnant. It it normal to feel this way as long as it's not painful and you are not bleeding. Also, your hormones are just causeing the uterus to prepare itself for the new baby. Also, early pregnancy bloating and gas can add to the crampyness.