How will you know you are pregnant?

How will you know you are pregnant?

Are you pregnant?

The early symptoms of pregnancy aren't recognized immediately because it is often like what happens before and during menstruation. Every woman has different pregnancy experience, even from one pregnancy to the next. However, one of the most important pregnancy symptoms is a delayed or missed period.

One of the earliest pregnancy symptoms is spotting. This is due to the implantation of the embryo in the uterine wall 6 to 12 days after conception. Sometimes, this is

associated with cramping so some women mistake them as menstrual cramps. A delayed or missed period is a common symptom that prompts most women to get a pregnancy test. However, some may experience bleeding during pregnancy, but typically lighter than a normal period.

After 1 to 2 weeks after conception, a woman’s breast may become swollen, sore or tingly. They may feel heavier and probably increasingly tender to touch. Once the body is accustomed to the hormonal changes after several weeks, the pain will subside. The areola, the area around the nipple may also darken.

Fatigue can be felt as early as one week after conceiving often related to the high level of a hormone called progesterone. Although other things such as low blood pressure, and lower levels of blood sugar can also contribute to the tiredness felt in early pregnancy. Eating foods that are rich in iron and protein can help to ease fatigability. Some may even complain of frequent mild headaches and backache.

The hormonal changes cause the nauseous feeling during pregnancy. While others are fortunate enough to not deal with morning sickness at all, others experience this throughout most of their pregnancy. Eating crackers or dry toast as well as a small snack at bedtime can reduce nausea.

During pregnancy, the amount of blood and other fluids in the body increases which leads to extra fluid being processed by the kidneys that causes frequent urination. The hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) has a great contribution to this.

Food cravings can be a sign of pregnancy. It may last for the next 9 months and some only experience this in the first trimester. Constipation during pregnancy is caused by the increase level in progesterone. Progesterone can make the food pass more slowly through the intestine. To lessen the discomfort, drinking more water, exercise and eating foods rich in fiber is advisable.

A pregnant woman may experience some of the signs and symptoms or possibly all of these.