I stopped using oral BC 2 months ago to try to conceive. My period after the first month was only early by 1 day from normal. I had been on BC for about 9 years. My most recent period came way earlier than expected. I had spotting and bloating 7 days early, but then nothing the next day, then it got really heavy the following day (5 days before normal) and only lasted those 2 days that were heavier than normal for me and usually it lasts 4-5 days for me. Now I am not bleeding, but I still feel a mild cramp in my lower abdomen/pelvic region. It feels like menstrual cramps/bloating but also like I need to urinate slightly. I don't know if I should go to MD or see if it gets better. Otherwise I feel fine. Mild back pain, that is nothing new for me. I have RA and have been off my meds since March in anticipation of pregnancy. I feel like my stomach is slightly larger than normal for me, but perhaps I have gained a few pounds. It just seems tight near my pelvis. Should I be concerned or see if it goes away?View Thread