Are you one of those to-be–mommies who do not know how to read the early signs of pregnancy? Do not worry as this article will help you spot those symptoms very easily. Following are some of the indications of that good news that you have been waiting to hear for so long.
1. Spotting And Missed Period- When your little one is just about the size of a pea or even smaller, he or she gets attached to your uterus and at that point of time, spotting is likely to happen. Bleeding at this stage will be light in color, mostly pinkish or brownish and not heavy, quite like what you experience during your periods. This usually happens around 12 days after you conceive. Do not mistake this sign as your periods because at the time of conception, you will miss your menstrual cycle.
2. Nausea- This is one of the most common early symptoms of pregnancy. You may want to vomit several times during the day, especially in the morning hours and hence the term ‘Morning sickness.’ You may feel like throwing up when you smell something strong such as perfumes, cigarette smoke or the aroma of certain food stuff.
3. Dizziness- You may experience this phenomenon when you climb up the staircase, or stand after sitting for a long time or even after standing for a long time in a crowded place. You are also likely to faint. This mainly happens because of low blood pressure or decreased blood sugar. You can avoid low blood sugar by eating healthy snacks more frequently in small quantities.
4. Food Craving- You will develop some strong cravings for certain kinds of food and aversion towards some others. To your surprise, your favorite cuisine may no longer be the preferred choice of your taste buds. For most women, this lasts throughout the three trimesters. You can have pre-natal vitamin supplements and fish oil medicine to get over these cravings to a certain extent. The doctor will also recommend this as it is beneficial to both the mother and the child.
5. Changes In Breasts- You will observe that your breasts have become tender, sensitive and swollen just one week after conception. Areolas, which is the area around the nipples, gets darker and the bumps in them look more prominent. Your nipples are likely to feel sorer or extra sensitive. These changes occur because your body is preparing your breasts for producing milk and breastfeeding. This is one of the most obvious early signs of pregnancy.
6. Increased Body Temperature: Your doctor might have already asked you to keep a record of your body temperature if you are trying to conceive. Your basal body temperature is usually higher during ovulation and if it remains the same even when your periods should have started, then you can congratulate yourself because you may be on your way to motherhood.
Pregnancy symptoms differ from person to person. Even if you observe a couple of the above early signs of pregnancy, then it is recommended that you consult your gynecologist as soon as possible.