Honolulu: Most Common Signs of Pregnancy

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Pregnancy is the happiest time for a woman because she is soon going to become a mother. How will you confirm your pregnancy? Simple signs and symptoms will show you that you are pregnant, after confirmation of it, you should start visiting your doctor. It is important to note body changes or any signs to confirm pregnancy. Women get nervous when they do not experience the same symptoms as has been told by their friends or family members. Early pregnancy symptoms may start from abdominal cramps, which are similar to menstrual pain; this is a very common sign of pregnancy.

Slight bleeding may occur. This is known as implantation bleeding. This is normal and is known as the early symptom of pregnancy. Apart from this, missed period is another common sign of pregnancy. There are many other factors for missing periods, such as medical treatments, drugs and stress etc. You should talk to your doctor if you are late for your menses.

You should take a home pregnancy test, if you feel your breasts are swollen and becoming tender. This symptom may appear long before pregnancy is confirmed. This occurs because the body is preparing itself for breast-feeding and this occurs because of hormonal changes.

If you are expecting to become pregnant, you may feel nauseous in the morning and sometimes throughout the day. Your sensitivity towards the smell will increase. Some women associate it with stomach problems, but this is actually morning sickness, which is another sign that you are heading towards maternity. Excessive saliva in the mouth can be observed which is another factor for the nauseous feeling. Headaches may occur and you may feel light-headed and dizzy.

Other less common symptoms may include a frequent urge for urination. This usually occurs in the first 13 weeks of pregnancy, due to growth of the uterus. Increase flatulence also occurs. You can consult your gynecologist about these signs and symptoms and how to avoid less common symptoms such as flatulence and abdominal cramps.

You should tell your doctor at every visit about the signs and symptoms you are facing because changes in these symptoms may indicate complications.

So whenever you feel these signs, go for pregnancy check tests. If they are positive, you must start visiting your doctor regularly because this is a very delicate time for both mother and baby. Any mishap can result in miscarriage of the baby. It may also harm mother’s health. If the pregnancy test comes out to be negative than ask your doctor about the symptoms you are noting because they may be because of some illness.

Source by Saphira Joseph

Most Common Signs of Pregnancy