What are the most common pregnancy symptoms? You might be asking yourself that right now. Chances are, if you’re reading this, you suspect you’re pregnant. You’ve been feeling “off”, but you’re not sure if you’re getting sick… or if you’re pregnant.
Fortunately for you, we’re here to help! Keep reading below to get some insight on what your body might be telling you.
Spotting or light bleeding
In pregnancy, this light bleeding has a special name: implantation bleeding. Implantation bleeding occurs when the fertilized egg implants into the uterus. It will likely happen 10-14 days after fertilization. Implantation bleeding only occurs in 30% of pregnancies and is very light.
Mood swings
If you’ve been unusually sad the last few weeks, extra anxious, or the smallest things make you very angry, you might be pregnant. Mood swings happen due to a rapid change in hormones.
frequent urination
Not only do those pesky hormonal changes cause issues with moods, but they increase your need to urinate. If you find yourself running to the bathroom more frequently, there’s a chance you could be pregnant.
Fatigue
Needing to catch a nap more often? Feeling drained after doing minimal movement? Yep, you might be pregnant, and yep, it’s because of hormones again. Particularly the hormone progesterone, which increases ridiculously fast in early pregnancy.
Breast tenderness and enlargement
Feeling a little voluptuous and tender? Does it hurt to put on your bra or get a hug? Your body might be telling you that you’re pregnant. Nipple sensitivity and breast tenderness are very common and often one of the first signs of early pregnancy.
Nausea and Vomiting
Does hamburger cooking on the stove or driving in a car make you vomit (or feel like you will)? That’s a hint you might be pregnant. Nausea and vomiting is common in the first trimester – in fact, anywhere from 50% – 90% of women will experience it.
Fortunately, there are things you can do to help ease it. Mayo Clinic has great tips and insights to combat that pesky nausea.
MIssed Period
Missing a period is the most likely way your body will tell you that you’re pregnant. If you’re planning to take a test, it’s best to wait until the day you expect your period to get the most accurate results.
We’re here for you
If you think you might be accidentally pregnant, contact us. Our registered nurses offer zero-cost, no-insurance-required, confidential appointments. We offer pre-abortion screenings to help you make an educated decision about the outcome of your pregnancy. If you’re thinking about abortion, we’ll talk you through all your options and make sure you’re a candidate for the abortion pill based on your health history.
The decision is yours alone, but you don’t have to make it alone. We’re here for you.