Early Pregnancy Symptoms

 If you think you are pregnant, you are probably looking for early pregnancy symptoms that you may be experiencing. In the early stages of pregnancy, your body may show some symptoms that may indicate that you are pregnant.

Take a step back, breathe and try to relax! Sometimes, putting too much stress or looking for specific symptoms can deceive your body into actually seeing those symptoms, even if you are not pregnant. Before assessing these initial symptoms, give yourself reasonable time to evaluate the normal changes in your body. It’s also important to understand that every pregnancy is different so don’t worry if you don’t see any of these early signs.

Missed period

Menstruation is the most common symptom of pregnancy. If you are pregnant, you should miss your next period. However, some women experience menstrual cramps or mild bleeding early in pregnancy. It can be detected if you become pregnant during implantation or your next menstrual period.

Mild bleeding or spotting is usually associated with implantation, when the baby begins to develop and attaches to the uterine wall, starting six to 12 days after conception. Some women experience cramping and some women do not.

Fatigue

Even if your baby is smaller than a peanut, the first few weeks of pregnancy can be draining physically and emotionally. Changes in your body can make you very tired. Early pregnancy fatigue is not the same as general fatigue - you may feel completely tired after a normal day's activities. The best way to deal with this symptom is to listen to your body and get more rest.

Swollen breasts

You may feel swollen or tender breasts as an early sign of pregnancy. You may experience these symptoms in a week or two after pregnancy.

Headache

This is a common side effect caused by hormonal changes in the early stages of pregnancy and increased blood circulation in your body. You can expect mild and frequent headaches.

Nausea

It can start up to a week after pregnancy. Again, this may be due to hormonal changes in your body, but this is also the time when pregnant women also start to experience high sensations like odors. If you smell something that feels very strong or you feel sick, it is likely that it is due to increased sensation.

When to take pregnancy test 

Before any pregnancy test, you should wait until you miss your period. This eliminates the possibility that early signs of pregnancy may not be related to anything other than pregnancy. Also, think about your previous cycles: If you are very regular, you can tell when your period is wrong. If your menstrual start date usually changes every month, give yourself a few days before the test.

In addition, home pregnancy tests are most effective a few days after your period. So, if you don't have a regular cycle and you are giving yourself a few extra days for verification, add a few more days before taking a pregnancy test. That way, you can be sure that the test is just as accurate.

If the pregnancy test comes back positive, you are more likely to get pregnant. At this stage, you should schedule an initial visit to your ob / gyn office to confirm your pregnancy and learn more about your antenatal care plan.

If you are experiencing pregnancy symptoms, we are here for you. seedsIVF offers laboratory testing, ultrasound and comprehensive antenatal care with a team of dedicated midwifery and physicians.