Cramps don't end in the first trimester. In later pregnancy, cramping and abdominal pain can still occur due to the same reasons. 

More causes of cramps in the second trimester

🤰Round ligament pain

Round ligament pain is a brief pain that occurs on one side of the body or both sides. As your uterus👶 is growing, the ligaments in your pelvis stretch and lengthen to accommodate its size, causing you sharp pain. If the discomfort prolongs for days, call your doctor for a checkup.👩‍⚕️

🤰Braxton Hicks contractions

The muscles of the uterus👶 tighten for approximately 30 to 60 seconds or even longer. This tightening sensation is considered a practice for the real event and allows you to practice breathing.😮‍💨 

At the beginning, your tummy feels uncomfortable and infrequently contorted at the top of your uterine muscles and downwards.😟 As you're getting closer to your due date, you will feel the pain more intensely. 

🤰Placental abruption 

It often occurs around 25 weeks of pregnancy.👶 It is a life-threatening condition in which your placenta detaches from the uterus before your baby is born. You will notice sudden bleeding, leaking amniotic fluid, severe back pain, and frequent painful contractions.🙁 

How to relieve cramps in the second trimester

You can move around and do some gentle exercises🚶 to relieve gas pain and constipation. Take a warm bath or shower🛁. Drink plenty of water and rest.

Try lying down for a while and breathe to relax. If you want to have pain relievers, you should consult with your doctor to get directions before taking any medications.👩‍⚕️