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Pregnancy symptoms differ from woman to woman and pregnancy to pregnancy;
however, one of the most significant pregnancy symptoms is a delayed
or missed menstrual cycle. Understanding pregnancy symptoms is important
because each symptom may be related to something other than pregnancy.
Some women experience pregnancy symptoms within a week of conception.
For other women, symptoms may develop over a few weeks or may not
be present at all. Below is a listing of some of the most common pregnancy
symptoms.
Implantation Bleeding:
Implantation bleeding can be one of the earliest pregnancy symptoms.
About 6-12 days after conception, the embryo implants itself into
the uterine wall. Some women will experience spotting as well as some
cramping.
Other Explanations: Actual menstruation, altered
menstruation, changes in birth control pill, infection, or abrasion
from intercourse.
Delay/Difference in Menstruation:
A delayed or missed menstruation is the most common pregnancy symptom
leading a woman to test for pregnancy. When you become pregnant, your
next period should be missed. Many women can bleed while they are
pregnant, but typically the bleeding will be shorter or lighter than
a normal period. This symptom is commonly explained by other reasons.
If you have been sexually active and have missed a period, it is recommended
that you take a test.
Other Explanations: Excessive weight gain/loss,
fatigue, hormonal problems, tension, stress, ceasing to take the birth
control pill, or breast-feeding.
Swollen/Tender Breasts:
Swollen or tender breasts is a pregnancy symptom which may begin
as early as 1-2 weeks after conception. Women may notice changes in
their breasts; they may be tender to the touch, sore, or swollen.
Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance, birth control
pills, impending menstruation (PMS) can also cause your breasts to
be swollen or tender.
Fatigue/Tiredness:
Feeling fatigued or more tired is a pregnancy symptom which can
also start as early as the first week after conception.
Other Explanations: Stress, exhaustion, depression,
common cold or flu, or other illnesses can also leave you feeling
tired or fatigued.
Nausea/Morning Sickness:
This well-known pregnancy symptom will often show up between 2-8
weeks after conception. Some women are fortunate to not deal with
morning sickness at all, while others will feel nauseous throughout
most of their pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Food poisoning, stress, or
other stomach disorders can also cause you to feel queasy.
Backaches:
Lower backaches may be a symptom that occurs early in pregnancy;
however, it is common to experience a dull backache throughout an
entire pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Impending menstruation, stress,
other back problems, and physical or mental strains.
Headaches:
The sudden rise of hormones in your body can cause you to have headaches
early in pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Dehydration, caffeine withdrawal,
impending menstruation, eye strain, or other ailments can be the source
of frequent or chronic headaches.
Frequent Urination:
Around 6-8 weeks after conception, you may find yourself making
a few extra trips to the bathroom.
Other Explanations: Urinary tract infection, diabetes,
increasing liquid intake, or taking excessive diuretics.
Darkening of Areolas:
If you are pregnant, the skin around your nipples may get darker.
Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance unrelated
to pregnancy or may be a leftover effect from a previous pregnancy.
Food Cravings:
While you may not have a strong desire to eat pickles and ice cream,
many women will feel cravings for certain foods when they are pregnant.
This can last throughout your entire pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Poor diet, lack of a certain
nutrient, stress, depression, or impending menstruation.
