Welcome to the world of motherhood! You have embarked on an exciting journey that is going to transform your life forever. So, you think you might be pregnant? Well, the early signs can be incredibly subtle and may easily go unnoticed.
In this article, we will look at some possible day one pregnancy symptoms that could indicate that it's time to pee on a stick!
Menstrual cycle changes
If you are lucky enough to have regular menstrual cycles, then any change in your period could possibly mean pregnancy. However, don't get too excited just yet - there are many reasons why periods fluctuate such as stress or illness.
- Spotting: Some women experience light spotting in the first few weeks of their pregnancy which is often mistaken for a very light or short menstrual period.
- Missed periods: Often the most apparent sign of being pregnant. A missed period refers to when your expected period fails to appear.
- Heavy bleeding: While heavy blood loss isn't common during pregnancy, miscarriages do happen so if you're concerned definitely speak with your health care provider.
Nausea and Vomiting
Nothing says 'pregnant' like morning sickness. Despite its name (morning), queasiness can occur at any time throughout the day or night:
- Nausea without vomiting
- This kind of nausea happens frequently early-onset and accompanied by fatigue.
- Morning Sickness
- The more commonly known term for vomiting and feeling nauseated
- Not gendered: men can sometimes report experiencing it themselves
Although morning sickness usually clears up by week twelve (rough!) every woman experiences different degrees:
- Mild -- feels tired but manages
- Moderate -- disrupts daily activities
- Severe -- problem eating; causes dehydration which requires hospitalization.
heads up, no promises on avoiding it altogether
Mood swings
We all experience mood changes from time to time but if you find yourself crying at commercials for dog food then perhaps something else is going on:
- Irritability
- Small things become BIG
- Anxiety
- Worries can escalate and become out of proportion with the problem.
- Sadness/depression
- Feeling blue when there really isn't any reason to.
While most people tend to feel heightened emotions during pregnancy be mindful that severe depression happens as well. Seek help if needed!
Fatigue
Growing a human being takes work! You're creating life out of – wait for it – nothing! Be kind to your body as best you can:
- Napping
- During first trimester try nap anytime possible since this period brings about fatigue levels unlike anything before experienced.
- Waking from sleep frequently at night may also occur due to hunger or needing the bathroom causing continuous fatigue throughout the day.
It's important not only physically but emotionally too; adjusting for these new lifestyle changes require some planning and relaxation in between tedious tasking days. Speaking with company bosses regarding working schedule adjustments could be helpful ultimately making sure those around know what special care needs should happen taking place of social engagements..
Cravings
One possibly sign that woman are pregnant (or just someone fixated on baby) is developing sudden cravings for strange foods
- Sour -- Pregnancy triggers change of appetite e.g pickle obsession.
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Sweet
-- This type usually involves dessert even late-night munchies after dinner especially chocolate-cake/chocolate-cookie lover
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Salt
-- Commonly described preference often seen by chewing hard/soft pretzel/stew meat/beef jerky consumption increased OR chips liking
If you somehow woke up today thinking “I need to gnaw on a hard pretzel" - don’t freak! If you start downing pickle juice by the jug, though—maybe time to make that appointment!
Headaches
Headaches are one of those things never really wished for experienced during pregnancy.
- Early onset
- Experienced often in first trimester along with fatigue is known among long-term woman
- Migraines
- Some women experience debilitating migraines while pregnant -- It's not uncommon at all
Unfortunately there isn't much else that can be said except keeping hydrated always.
On Your Marks. Get Set.. Wait!
The guessing game is not over yet – whilst these 'day one signs' could indicate pregnancy there may still not be enough hormones present for an accurate result by taking a urine test:
HCG levels are slowwwly becoming detectable...result mishaps have happened before so it's worth waiting until getting confirmation form doctor.
In any event, Doctors tend to recommend you wait between a week and ten days before testing again if you suspect you're pregnant even with symptoms showing themselves full throttle.
What To Do Now?
Uncertainty brings about questions such as what next? scheduling doctor appointments regarding your possible early symptoms or perhaps seeking advice about nutrition options from professionals through parent conversations across cities who experience raising their own child can aid emotional support too.
Chin up! There’s no guarantee either way concerning results but someone out there has probably gone through something similar so take comfort in that fact alone.