10 Early Signs of Pregnancy
Even before a pregnancy test comes back positive, your body can give you some subtle signs that you’re pregnant. You may notice these telltale signs in the first few weeks of your pregnancy, and even as early as a few days after you conceived. Of course, these symptoms vary for everyone. Some women may not have any, and others may misinterpret the signs. But if you’re looking to tell whether you’re pregnant as soon as possible, these common signs may be your first clues.
1. Tender breasts
Breasts can become tender from all the extra estrogen your body is producing.
2. Aversion to certain smells and foods
If the smell of coffee makes you gag, or if you suddenly can’t stand the thought of a favorite food, you may be in the early stages of pregnancy.
3. Mood swings
Pregnancy wreaks havoc with your hormones, which often induces mood swings. You may find yourself feeling weepy, angry, or elated for minimal reasons.
4. Shortness of breath
Do you feel winded after a walk, flight of stairs, or jog that would usually be no problem? A growing baby uses up some of your oxygen.
5. Fatigue
Tiredness is very common in the first trimester of pregnancy – another side effect of your elevated hormone levels.
6. Needing to pee all the time
This is a classic symptom of pregnancy, and it can start early for some women. Swelling in your uterus places pressure on your bladder, leading to more frequent urination.
7. Cramps and bloating
These symptoms can be confusingly similar to PMS, but they also come with the beginning of a pregnancy.
8. Feeling lightheaded
Pregnancy hormones can lower your blood pressure. Particularly when standing up, you may feel lightheaded or even dizzy.
9. Nausea
Nausea is most common starting at about 6 weeks into a pregnancy, but some women can start experiencing it earlier.
10. Headaches
Headaches are a very common side-effect of the elevated hormone levels that come along with pregnancy.
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