What Are The Signs of Pregnancy?

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When a woman becomes pregnant they may not realize till they miss their first period. In some cases, especially with woman who have irregular periods, they may not realise till some months into the pregnancy. So what are the signs that may indicate you are pregnant?

1- A Missed Period: This is the most obvious indication that you may be pregnant. However as mentioned above this may not be the case for all women as their periods may be irregular.

2- Spotting: This is where you may see a small discharge of blood on your under wear. Although this does not happen with everyone, it may happen with some women when implantation occurs.

3- Increase in Urination: You may find you need to urinate a bit more often than usual. This is due to an increase of hormones in the body and also the pressure of the growing baby on your bladder.

4- Nausea or vomiting: This occurs in 70% of all pregnant women. It is the caused by an increase of hormones. Although it is usually referred to as morning sickness it can actually occur during anytime of the day and sometimes even last all throughout the day.

5- Lack of Energy: This is again down to the change in levels of hormone and the fact that your body is now supporting your growing baby.

6- Tender Breasts: This is quite common in pregnant women and usually last for the 1st three months of pregnancy.

7- Areolas May Darken In Colour: The area around the nipple may darken as soon as one week into the pregnancy.

8- Constipation: Pregnancy causes constipation due to the intestine relaxing and working less.

If you suspect that you may be pregnant, then you need to visit your doctor to get it confirmed. This will ensure that you and your unborn baby are given the best care as early as possible.



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