Pregnancy Symptoms

There are many types of pregnancy symptoms. Some happen before you realize you’re pregnant. Some happen throughout your pregnancy. Some happen during the last trimester and some don’t happen at all. Every woman is different and experiences different pregnancy symptoms. Take a look at the most popular pregnancy symptoms and learn what they are,why they occur and how to treat them.

Bleeding ›

If you are pregnant and begin to experience bleeding at any point during your pregnancy, it’s probably a good idea to seek medical attention immediately. Bleeding could be a symptom of a very serious problem.

Bloating ›

Again, this happens to lots of women right before their periods, but it also is an early pregnancy sign.

Breast Tenderness ›

Many women experience this as a period approaches, however it’s also a pregnancy symptom and if you miss your period coupled with this symptom, it’s a good sign you could be pregnant.

Colostrum ›

Nipple discharge, or colostrum, is a normal part of being a woman, regardless of whether or not you’re pregnant. Many women experience colostrum leakage throughout their pregnancy, and after giving birth.

Constipation ›

Constipation is one of the most common problems pregnant women face. The prevention methods and treatment methods run parrallell to one another, as constipation is dealt with. Learn what causes constipation and how to deal with it if you are experiencing it.

Cravings ›

Cravings are a normal part of pregnancy, even if the thing you are craving is abnormal to your life. Learn what causes these cravings and how to deal with them.

Darkened Areolas ›

Like other parts of your body, your areolas also darken and experience some form of hyper pigmentation. Our breasts are constantly changing throughout the pregnancy term, and the darkening of the skin around the nipples is a normal part of being pregnant and preparing for child birth.

Fatigue ›

Excessive exhaustion, even after many hours of sleep is a good sign of pregnancy due to the Progesterone levels that are rising.

Frequent Urination

Most women claim they are constantly having to “go”, and at all hours of the day and night. This usually happens after you’ve been pregnant for a couple weeks, or after implantation has occurred and the hormone hCG is produced.

Headaches ›

When hormones fluctuate, headaches can occur. Although this isn’t really a sign or symptom of pregnancy, the fact that your hormones are changing does bring them on.

Heightened Sense of Smell ›

Wondering why smells that you used to love now make you sick to your stomach? Or why smells that would normally test your gag relexes are suddenly pleasant? Find out more..

Linea Negra ›

Our linea alba, or the faint, pale vertical line that stretches down our abdomen darkens while we are pregnant. Experts referred to the darkened line as the linea negra. Learn more about it, what causes it and how long it takes to go away in this informative article…

Missed Periods ›

This is usually the most popular symptom a woman has. Sometimes, during implantation a woman will bleed lighter and for a much shorter period of time, usually a day or two. So if this happens, and your menstrual cycle has not kicked in to high gear, you may be pregnant.

Mood Swings ›

Mood swings are a normal part of being pregnant, however severe, constant and continuous battles with depression, anxiety and nervousness is not. Learn what you can do to help manage your mood swings.

Morning Sickness ›

The term is misleading since not all women experience it during the morning hours. Many women get “morning sickness” during the afternoon and evening times, or when specific smells enter their nostrils.

Spotting ›

Women tend to spot during the early stages of pregnancy, and close to the due date. Unlike bleeding, spotting during pregnancy is generally a normal part of being pregnant and it happens for many different reasons including implantation.

Spotting and Bleeding ›

There’s a difference between spotting and bleeding during pregnancy. Spotting tends to be normal during the early stages of pregnancy, however bleeding at any point during the pregnancy is an indication there’s a bigger problem.

Vaginal Discharge ›

As your cervix begins to build a mucus plug to block the opening of the cervix and protect the baby from infections during pregnancy; there may be some vaginal discharge. It’s different than other discharge associated with yeast infections since it will not have the itch, burn or smell.

Varicose Veins ›

Women are more susceptible to varicose veins during pregnancy, mainly because of the pressure that is applied to the inferior vena cava, among other causes.

Weight Gain ›

Gaining weight is a natural part of being pregnant, but it’s important to know how much weight to gain. Gaining too much or too little can encourage complications throughout the pregnancy.

Weight Loss ›

Weight loss occurs during the early stages of pregnancy more often than not. Mainly due to the amount of vomiting and nausea pregnant women experience, it’s a normal part of pregnancy during the first trimester.